Prosthodontics Taxonomy Code: 1223P0700X

The taxonomy code for Prosthodontics is 1223P0700X. 4,800 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.

Definition

Grouping
Dental Providers
Classification
Dentist
Specialization
Prosthodontics
Code
1223P0700X

That branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral functions, comfort, appearance and health of the patient by the restoration of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and contiguous oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.

Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Prosthodontics providers by state

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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.