Taxonomy code

173F00000X: Sleep Specialist (PhD)

173F00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Sleep Specialist, PhD, in the Other Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
173F00000X
Grouping
Other Service Providers
Classification
Sleep Specialist, PhD
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Sleep Specialist (PhD)
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

Sleep medicine is a clinical specialty with a focus on clinical problems that require accurate diagnosis and treatment. The knowledge base of sleep medicine is derived from many disciplines including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, respiratory physiology, pharmacology, psychology, psychiatry, neurology, general internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, and pediatrics as well as others.

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