NUCC taxonomy code

152WP0200X - Pediatric Optometrist

152WP0200X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Pediatric Optometrist, a specialization within Optometrist (individual providers). 322 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

322 providers · primary taxonomy

Code breakdown

Taxonomy code 152WP0200X

Display name Pediatric Optometrist

Grouping Eye and Vision Services Providers

Classification Optometrist

Specialization Pediatrics

Section Individual

Directory Optometrist provider directory

Definition

Optometrists who work in Pediatrics are concerned with the prevention, development, diagnosis, and treatment of visual problems in children.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Related taxonomy codes

152W00000X Optometrist 152WC0802X Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist (Optometrist) 152WL0500X Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist (Optometrist) 152WX0102X Occupational Vision 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 152WP0200X mean?

152WP0200X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Pediatric 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 152WP0200X?

Browse the Optometrist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13.