174V00000X — Clinical Ethicist
174V00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Clinical Ethicist (individual providers). 97 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 174V00000X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Clinical Ethicist |
| Grouping | Other Service Providers |
| Classification | Clinical Ethicist |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Clinical Ethicist provider directory |
Definition
A clinical ethicist has been trained in bioethics and ethics case consultation. The clinical ethicist addresses medical-ethical dilemmas arising in clinical practice, such as end-of-life care, refusal of treatment, and futility of care; assists patients and health care providers with medical decision-making; and provides ethics education for patients and families.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 174V00000X mean?
174V00000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Clinical Ethicist 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 174V00000X?
Browse the Clinical Ethicist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.