163WL0100X — Lactation Consultant (Registered Nurse)
163WL0100X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Lactation Consultant (Registered Nurse), a specialization within Registered Nurse (individual providers). 4,443 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 163WL0100X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Lactation Consultant (Registered Nurse) |
| Grouping | Nursing Service Providers |
| Classification | Registered Nurse |
| Specialization | Lactation Consultant |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Registered Nurse provider directory |
Definition
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Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 163WL0100X mean?
163WL0100X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Lactation Consultant (Registered Nurse), a specialization of Registered Nurse in the "Nursing Service 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 163WL0100X?
Browse the Registered Nurse directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.