Taxonomy code

164X00000X: Licensed Vocational Nurse

164X00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Licensed Vocational Nurse, in the Nursing Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
164X00000X
Grouping
Nursing Service Providers
Classification
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

An individual with post-high school vocational training and practical experience in the provision of nursing care at a level less than that required for certification as a Registered Nurse. [An alternate term for licensed practical nurse arising from difference in occupational titles between states and post-high school training programs and institutions.] Requirements for education, experience, licensure, and job responsibilities vary among the states.

Providers listing Licensed Vocational Nurse

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Choosing a taxonomy code

Providers can list up to 15 taxonomy codes on their NPI record and must mark one as primary. Payers often check that the taxonomy code on a claim matches the one on the NPI record, so a mismatch is a common reason for denials.