Taxonomy code

174V00000X: Clinical Ethicist

174V00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Clinical Ethicist, in the Other Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
174V00000X
Grouping
Other Service Providers
Classification
Clinical Ethicist
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Clinical Ethicist
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

A clinical ethicist has been trained in bioethics and ethics case consultation. The clinical ethicist addresses medical-ethical dilemmas arising in clinical practice, such as end-of-life care, refusal of treatment, and futility of care; assists patients and health care providers with medical decision-making; and provides ethics education for patients and families.

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