156FX1101X — Ophthalmic Assistant
156FX1101X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Ophthalmic Assistant, a specialization within Technician/Technologist (individual providers). 152 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 156FX1101X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Ophthalmic Assistant |
| Grouping | Eye and Vision Services Providers |
| Classification | Technician/Technologist |
| Specialization | Ophthalmic Assistant |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Technician/Technologist provider directory |
Definition
An ophthalmic assistant assists ophthalmologists by performing duties including, but not limited to, patient charting, patient education, and basic eye testing.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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- 156FX1800X — Optician (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1201X — Optometric Assistant Technician (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1202X — Optometric Technician (Technician/Technologist)
Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 156FX1101X mean?
156FX1101X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Ophthalmic Assistant, a specialization of Technician/Technologist 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 156FX1101X?
Browse the Technician/Technologist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.