Orthoptist Taxonomy Code: 156FX1900X
The taxonomy code for Orthoptist is 156FX1900X. 44 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.
Definition
- Grouping
- Eye and Vision Services Providers
- Classification
- Technician/Technologist
- Specialization
- Orthoptist
- Code
156FX1900X
An orthoptist is an allied health professional skilled in evaluation and treatment of children and adults with eye movement difficulties. Their specialty is strabismus, amblyopia, and double vision.
Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
Orthoptist providers by state
Related Technician/Technologist taxonomy codes
| Code | Specialty |
|---|---|
156F00000X | Technician/Technologist |
156FC0800X | Contact Lens Technician/Technologist |
156FC0801X | Contact Lens Fitter |
156FX1100X | Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist |
156FX1101X | Ophthalmic Assistant |
156FX1201X | Optometric Assistant Technician |
156FX1202X | Optometric Technician |
156FX1700X | Ocularist |
156FX1800X | Optician |
How taxonomy codes are used
Providers choose one or more taxonomy codes when they apply for an NPI, and mark one as primary. Payers use the taxonomy on claims and enrollment to match the provider type and specialty, so the code on the claim should match the taxonomy on the NPPES record.