224P00000X — Prosthetist
224P00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Prosthetist (individual providers). 2,282 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 224P00000X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Prosthetist |
| Grouping | Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers |
| Classification | Prosthetist |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Prosthetist provider directory |
Definition
A health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive prosthetic patient care for individuals who have sustained complete or partial limb loss or absence. Prosthetists assess specific patient needs, formulate an appropriate treatment plan, implement the treatment plan and provide follow-up care.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 224P00000X mean?
224P00000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Prosthetist in the "Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative 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 224P00000X?
Browse the Prosthetist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.