Add Taxonomies

Use this step to add the appropriate Provider taxonomies. The System uses these codes to identify required information on the basic information page.

Note: The Healthcare Provider Taxonomy Code Set is a hierarchical code set that consists of codes, descriptions, and definitions. These Taxonomy Codes are designed to categorize the type, classification, and/or specialization of health care Providers. The System responds to these codes throughout the application process to ensure the required information is collected.

To add taxonomies:

  1. Select the Step 2: Add Taxonomies hyperlink.

The System displays the Taxonomy List page.

  1. Select the Add button.

The System displays the Select Taxonomy Code Type/Specialty page.

  1. Select a Taxonomy Code Type. (Required)

The System enables the Specialty drop-down menu.

  1. Select a Specialty. (Required)

The System populates the Available Taxonomy Codes with available codes.

  1. Select the codes from the Available Taxonomy Codes field that you want to add and use the double-right facing arrows to add them to the Associated Taxonomy Codes field.

Note: Hold the Ctrl button to select multiple codes at one time. You can also use the double-left facing arrows to remove codes from the Available Taxonomy Codes and Associated Taxonomy Codes fields if necessary.

  1. Select the OK button.

  2. The System saves the associated taxonomy and displays the Taxonomy List page.

  3. The System displays the Enroll Provider - Special Considerations page

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Special Considerations