NUCC taxonomy code
164X00000X - Licensed Vocational Nurse
164X00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Licensed Vocational Nurse (individual providers). 19,278 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
Code breakdown
Definition
An individual with post-high school vocational training and practical experience in the provision of nursing care at a level less than that required for certification as a Registered Nurse. [An alternate term for licensed practical nurse arising from difference in occupational titles between states and post-high school training programs and institutions.] Requirements for education, experience, licensure, and job responsibilities vary among the states.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13.