NPI Number Lookup
How do I lookup my NPI Number?
Our NPI Registry Search Tool is a free lookup service used to find active NPI records of physicians or organizations by name, address, phone number or other information. Use the free form search box to enter a single or a combination of the following searchable terms:
- NPI Identification Number
- Physician Name
- Organization Name or Doing Business As Name
- Address, City, State or ZIP
- Taxonomy or Specialty Code
- Filter by Individual, Organization or PECOS Enrollment Status
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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