NPPES taxonomy
Provider specialties & taxonomy codes
Taxonomy codes describe a provider's self-reported area of practice in NPPES. Browse specialties below — each links to a plain-English explanation and matching public NPI records.
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease) Physician
207RC0000X
Dermatologist
207N00000X
Emergency Medicine Physician
207P00000X
Family Medicine Physician
207Q00000X
General Practice Physician
208D00000X
Internal Medicine Physician
207R00000X
Neurological Surgeon
207T00000X
Neurologist
2084N0400X
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician
207V00000X
Ophthalmologist
207W00000X
Orthopaedic Surgeon
207X00000X
Otolaryngology (ENT) Physician
207Y00000X
Pediatrician
208000000X
Psychiatrist
2084P0800X
Surgeon
208600000X
Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Suppliers
Dental Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Hospitals
Agencies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Pharmacy Service Providers
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Ambulatory Health Care Facilities
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