NPI Number Lookup

Why is the NPI number important?

NPI numbers are important because they are required to electronically transmit health care information in HIPAA standard transactions like private insurance claims, Medicare and Medicaid claims, coordination of benefits, health plans eligibility checks, insurance payments, patient referrals, prior authorizations, etc. NPI numbers are the unique numeric identifier assigned to each healthcare provider covered under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - HIPAA.

How often is the NPI database updated?

Our NPI database is up-to-date with the latest official data from the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). The information in the NPI database was last updated: March 12, 2023.

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