156FX1700X — Ocularist
156FX1700X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Ocularist, a specialization within Technician/Technologist (individual providers). 230 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 156FX1700X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Ocularist |
| Grouping | Eye and Vision Services Providers |
| Classification | Technician/Technologist |
| Specialization | Ocularist |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Technician/Technologist provider directory |
Definition
An ocularist is a thoroughly trained professional skilled in the art of fitting, painting, and fabricating custom ocular prostheses. In addition to creating custom ocular prostheses, and providing long-term care through periodic examinations, an ocularist provides the patient with complete instructions on the care and maintenance of their prosthesis.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Related taxonomy codes
- 156F00000X — Technician/Technologist
- 156FC0800X — Contact Lens Technician/Technologist (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FC0801X — Contact Lens Fitter (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1100X — Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1101X — Ophthalmic Assistant (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1800X — Optician (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1201X — Optometric Assistant Technician (Technician/Technologist)
- 156FX1202X — Optometric Technician (Technician/Technologist)
Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 156FX1700X mean?
156FX1700X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Ocularist, 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 156FX1700X?
Browse the Technician/Technologist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.