Taxonomy code

237700000X: Hearing Instrument Specialist

237700000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Hearing Instrument Specialist, in the Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
237700000X
Grouping
Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

Individuals who test hearing for the selection, adaptation, fitting, adjusting, servicing, and sale of hearing aids. Hearing Instrument Specialist is a designation provided individuals who qualify by the National Hearing Aid Society

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Choosing a taxonomy code

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