The article reports on the Medicare mandate to change the current provider identification system in the U.S. The National Provider Identifier (NPI) scheme will replace the existing identification system...
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for providers and suppliers who qualify for a National Provider Identifier (NPI). The CMS requires the providers and suppliers to include the NPI on any enrollment applications to Medicare and Medicaid. They are also required to order and certify ...
The deadline for obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI) is fast approaching. Under HIPAA rules, by May 23, 2007, healthcare providers must obtain an NPI for use in submitting standard electronic claims and eligibility inquiries to Medicare and most health plans (although smaller health ...