174M00000X — Veterinarian
174M00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Veterinarian (individual providers). 1,720 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 174M00000X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Veterinarian |
| Grouping | Other Service Providers |
| Classification | Veterinarian |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Veterinarian provider directory |
Definition
A doctor of veterinary medicine, trained and authorized to practice veterinarian medicine and surgery.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 174M00000X mean?
174M00000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Veterinarian 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 174M00000X?
Browse the Veterinarian directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.