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  2. National Provider Identifier - Wikipedia

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    A National Provider Identifier ( NPI) is a unique 10-digit identification number issued to health care providers in the United States by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The NPI has replaced the Unique Physician Identification Number (UPIN) as the required identifier for Medicare services, and is used by other payers ...

  3. DEA number - Wikipedia

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    A DEA number (DEA Registration Number) is an identifier assigned to a health care provider (such as a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, optometrist, podiatrist, dentist, or veterinarian) by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration allowing them to write prescriptions for controlled substances .

  4. Unique physician identification number - Wikipedia

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    A unique physician identification number ( UPIN) was a six-character alpha-numeric identifier used by Medicare to identify doctors in the United States. They were discontinued in June 2007 [1] and replaced by National Provider Identifier, or NPI numbers. [why?] The United States Congress authorized the creation of UPIN IDs through Section 9202 ...

  5. What Is a Primary Care Physician? - WebMD

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    Your primary care doctor is who you can turn to if you have the flu, need vaccinations, want to quit smoking, need to manage your diabetes, or want to lose weight. They are trained to handle all ...

  6. Find the Right Health Care Provider for You - WebMD

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    Finding the right health care provider can make a big difference in your health. The right doctor will: Make sure you have regular screenings, tests, and vaccinations. Treat your current health ...

  7. What a General Practitioner Is and When to See One - WebMD

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    General practitioners provide acute, chronic, and follow-up care to their patients. Their duties include assessing you with a physical exam and a review of your medical history. From there, they ...

  8. How Do I Find Doctors That Accept Medicare Near Me? - Healthline

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    Check your insurance company provider listings. Medigap and Medicare Advantage are Medicare plans provided through private insurance companies. To find doctors that accept these forms of coverage ...

  9. Understanding Medicare Reimbursement & Claims - Healthline

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    Providers will bill Medicare directly, and you don’t have to file a claim for reimbursement. In rare cases, a provider may fail or refuse to file a claim and may bill you directly for services ...

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