152WC0802X — Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist
152WC0802X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist, a specialization within Optometrist (individual providers). 1,809 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 152WC0802X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist |
| Grouping | Eye and Vision Services Providers |
| Classification | Optometrist |
| Specialization | Corneal and Contact Management |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Optometrist provider directory |
Definition
The professional activities performed by an Optometrist related to the fitting of contact lenses to an eye, ongoing evaluation of the cornea's ability to sustain successful contact lens wear, and treatment of any external eye or corneal condition which can affect contact lens wear.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Related taxonomy codes
- 152W00000X — Optometrist
- 152WL0500X — Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist (Optometrist)
- 152WX0102X — Occupational Vision Optometrist (Optometrist)
- 152WP0200X — Pediatric Optometrist (Optometrist)
- 152WS0006X — Sports Vision Optometrist (Optometrist)
- 152WV0400X — Vision Therapy Optometrist (Optometrist)
- 156F00000X — Technician/Technologist
- 156FC0800X — Contact Lens Technician/Technologist (Technician/Technologist)
Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 152WC0802X mean?
152WC0802X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist, a specialization of Optometrist in the "Eye and Vision Services 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 152WC0802X?
Browse the Optometrist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.