170100000X — Ph.D. Medical Genetics

170100000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Ph.D. Medical Genetics (individual providers). 540 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

Taxonomy code 170100000X
Display name Ph.D. Medical Genetics
Grouping Other Service Providers
Classification Medical Genetics, Ph.D. Medical Genetics
Section Individual
Directory Medical Genetics, Ph.D. Medical Genetics provider directory

Definition

A medical geneticist works in association with a medical specialist, is affiliated with a clinical genetics program, and serves as a consultant to medical and dental specialists.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 170100000X mean?
170100000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Ph.D. Medical Genetics in the "Other 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 170100000X?
Browse the Medical Genetics, Ph.D. Medical Genetics directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.