Taxonomy code

207ZB0001X: Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician

207ZB0001X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Pathology, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine, in the Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians group.

Code details

Code
207ZB0001X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pathology
Specialization
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine
Display name
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.

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