Objective
To help staff quickly and accurately locate provider information required for billing, claims, and patient care coordination.
Steps to Perform NPI Search
Navigate to NPI Search
Go to the left navigation menu.
Select Providers > NPI.
Choose Enumeration Type
Select from the dropdown.
Example: NPI-2 (organization provider).
Enter Taxonomy Description (Optional)
Add a specialty or description to narrow down the search.
Example: Orthopaedic Surgery.
Select Address Purpose
From the dropdown, choose the type of address (e.g., Location).
Enter Location Details (Optional)
City – Type the city name (e.g., Miami).
State – Enter the 2-letter state code (e.g., FL).
Postal Code – Enter the zip code (e.g., 33020).
Submit Search
Click the Submit button.
The system will display results based on the criteria entered.
Tips for Efficiency
Use NPI number directly when available to save time.
If unsure of the provider name, use taxonomy and city/state filters to narrow results.
Combine taxonomy + postal code for the most accurate searches.
Keep frequently used taxonomies (e.g., Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Therapy) handy to copy-paste.
Important Notes
Fields marked with red asterisks (*) are required.
Ensure State is always entered as a 2-letter abbreviation (e.g., CA not California).
Results depend on the accuracy of information in the NPI Registry; mismatched data may return incomplete results.
Use Submit only after double-checking criteria to avoid unnecessary reloads.