1223P0700X — Prosthodontics
1223P0700X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Prosthodontics, a specialization within Dentist (individual providers). 4,781 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 1223P0700X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Prosthodontics |
| Grouping | Dental Providers |
| Classification | Dentist |
| Specialization | Prosthodontics |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Dentist provider directory |
Definition
That branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral functions, comfort, appearance and health of the patient by the restoration of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and contiguous oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Related taxonomy codes
- 122300000X — Dentist
- 1223D0004X — Dental Anesthesiology (Dentist)
- 1223D0001X — Public Health Dentistry (Dentist)
- 1223E0200X — Endodontics (Dentist)
- 1223G0001X — General Practice Dentistry (Dentist)
- 1223P0106X — Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Dentistry (Dentist)
- 1223X0008X — Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Dentistry (Dentist)
- 1223S0112X — Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Dentist) (Dentist)
Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 1223P0700X mean?
1223P0700X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Prosthodontics, a specialization of Dentist in the "Dental Providers" grouping. It classifies individual providers.
Where is the taxonomy code used?
Providers select a taxonomy code when applying for an NPI, and it appears on insurance claims (CMS-1500 box 33b / 837 electronic claims) to identify the provider's classification. Payers may require the taxonomy that matches your credential and license.
How do I find providers with taxonomy 1223P0700X?
Browse the Dentist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.