Taxonomy code

175T00000X: Peer Specialist

175T00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Peer Specialist, in the Other Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
175T00000X
Grouping
Other Service Providers
Classification
Peer Specialist
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Peer Specialist
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

Individuals certified to perform peer support services through a training process defined by a government agency, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs or a state mental health department/certification/licensing authority.

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Choosing a taxonomy code

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