Taxonomy code

171100000X: Acupuncturist

171100000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Acupuncturist, in the Other Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
171100000X
Grouping
Other Service Providers
Classification
Acupuncturist
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Acupuncturist
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

An acupuncturist is a person who performs ancient therapy for alleviation of pain, anesthesia and treatment of some diseases. Acupuncturists use long, fine needles inserted into specific points in order to treat painful conditions or produce anesthesia.

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