NUCC taxonomy code

174N00000X - Lactation Consultant (Non-RN)

174N00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Lactation Consultant (Non-RN) (individual providers). 4,064 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

4,064 providers · primary taxonomy

Code breakdown

Taxonomy code 174N00000X

Display name Lactation Consultant (Non-RN)

Grouping Other Service Providers

Classification Lactation Consultant, Non-RN

Section Individual

Directory Lactation Consultant, Non-RN provider directory

Definition

An individual trained to provide breastfeeding assistance services to both mothers and infants. Lactation Consultants are not required to be nurses and are trained through specific courses of education. The Lactation Consultant may have additional certification through a national or international organization.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Related taxonomy codes

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 174N00000X mean?

174N00000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Lactation Consultant (Non-RN) 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 174N00000X?

Browse the Lactation Consultant, Non-RN directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-13.