Taxonomy code

156FC0801X: Contact Lens Fitter

156FC0801X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Technician/Technologist, Contact Lens Fitter, in the Eye and Vision Services Providers group.

Code details

Code
156FC0801X
Grouping
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Classification
Technician/Technologist
Specialization
Contact Lens Fitter
Display name
Contact Lens Fitter
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

An optician or other ancillary support staff person who, where authorized by state law and trained or certified to do so, may fit or dispense contact lenses to a patient based on the prescription of an optometrist or medical physician.

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