Your National Provider Identifier or NPI is a unique 10-digit number that classifies you as a healthcare provider. Without it, you can’t bill insurance, enroll with payors, or receive payments.
It’s one of the first things you need as a provider and one of the most straightforward to obtain, but only if you know exactly what to do and which type you need. We make sure it’s done right the first time.
There are two types of NPIs, and many providers need both. Here’s what we manage:
A Type 1 NPI belongs to you as an individual provider and stays with you throughout your career. A Type 2 NPI belongs to your practice or organization and is used when billing under a group. If you’re a solo practitioner, you may only need a Type 1.
If you’re operating a practice with other providers, you’ll likely need both. We help you figure out exactly what applies to your situation.
We review your situation, confirm which type of NPI you need, and complete the registration through the NPPES system.
Once your NPI is issued, we verify that all the information is correct and provide you with everything you need to move forward with enrollment and credentialing. If you already have an NPI but need information corrected or updated, we handle that as well.
NPI registration is typically the first administrative step for any new provider or practice. Getting it right matters because your NPI information flows through to your credentialing, enrollment, and billing records.
Any errors here can create problems down the line. We work with providers across all specialties and all 50 states to make sure this foundational step is completed accurately.
NPI registration through the NPPES system typically takes a few days to a couple of weeks. We submit everything correctly to avoid any processing delays.
Yes, the NPPES system is publicly accessible. However, errors in your application can cause issues with billing and enrollment later on. We make sure everything is accurate from the start.
We handle NPI record updates as well, including changes to your address, practice information, or taxonomy codes.
Your Type 1 NPI stays with you regardless of where you practice. However, a new group practice would need its own Type 2 NPI.
