NUCC taxonomy code

242T00000X - Perfusionist

242T00000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Perfusionist (individual providers). 1,575 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

1,575 providers · primary taxonomy

Code breakdown

Taxonomy code 242T00000X

Display name Perfusionist

Grouping Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers

Classification Perfusionist

Section Individual

Directory Perfusionist provider directory

Definition

A perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function. The perfusionist is knowledgeable concerning the variety of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation functions and is responsible, in consultation with the physician, for selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be used.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 242T00000X mean?

242T00000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Perfusionist in the "Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical 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 242T00000X?

Browse the Perfusionist directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

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