225700000X — Massage Therapist

225700000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Massage Therapist (individual providers). 76,048 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

Taxonomy code 225700000X
Display name Massage Therapist
Grouping Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification Massage Therapist
Section Individual
Directory Massage Therapist provider directory

Definition

An individual trained in the manipulation of tissues (as by rubbing, stroking, kneading, or tapping) with the hand or an instrument for remedial or hygienic purposes.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 225700000X mean?
225700000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Massage Therapist 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 225700000X?
Browse the Massage Therapist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

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