246ZX2200X — Orthopedic Assistant

246ZX2200X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Orthopedic Assistant, a specialization within Specialist/Technologist, Other (individual providers). 149 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

Taxonomy code	246ZX2200X
Display name	Orthopedic Assistant
Grouping	Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification	Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization	Orthopedic Assistant
Section	Individual
Directory	Specialist/Technologist, Other provider directory

Definition

An Orthopaedic Assistant is a person who has been trained to work as a physician extender in both clinical and surgical environments. An Orthopaedic Assistant assists with aspects of patient care as determined by the supervising surgeon including, but not limited to, obtaining patient history, assisting with examinations, injections, recording of office notes, and application/adjustment/removal of splints, casts, and other immobilization devices. Acting as a surgical first assistant for orthopaedic surgery cases includes providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, positioning of the patient, suturing and closure of body planes and skin, application of wound dressings or immobilization devices, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. An Orthopaedic Assistant may be licensed, registered, or certified depending on the state in which the individual practices.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 246ZX2200X mean?

246ZX2200X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Orthopedic Assistant, a specialization of Specialist/Technologist, Other 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 246ZX2200X?

Browse the Specialist/Technologist, Other directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

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