GDAHA NPI Provider Database (password protected)
DESCRIPTION: GDAHA's NPI database, including provider name, NPI, UPIN, Primary Address and Specialty. A password is required to access the data, so please contact your medical staff office for access to the system.
CMS Contingency Policy for NPI Deadline
DESCRIPTION: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced that it is implementing a contingency plan for covered entities (other than small health plans) that will not meet the May 23, 2007, deadline for compliance with the National Provider Identifier regulations under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Those facilities putting forth a "Good faith effort" to comply will not be subjected to any penalties. More information can be found in this PDF document.
CMS NPI Medicare Implementation Presentation
DESCRIPTION: An early presentation by CMS with an overview of the NPI process. It has some nice timelines showing when codes should be used for various forms and submissions. Also included is some information showing what would cause claims to be rejected. This is a good starting point when learning about the NPI.
hcPro Conference Call Handouts (10-25-2006)
DESCRIPTION: hcPro presented some information on the NPI process. Led by Chris Apgar and Susan Miller, this presentation provided an overview of the NPI as well as some of its implications.
National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) Homepage
DESCRIPTION: The National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) is the clearinghouse for the NPI. It is through this website that physicians and other providers apply for thier NPI.
NPI Application Overview (NPPES)
DESCRIPTION: This document outlines the process of applying for an NPI number. It includes the necessary fields as well as contact information for questions.
NPI FAQ
DESCRIPTION: Frequently Asked Questions regarding the NPI, prepared by GDAHA.
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services NPI Submission
DESCRIPTION: The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) has requested that providers disclose their NPI number to ODJFS. This letter outlines that request and provides information on what should be submitted. Please note that some providers have said ODJFS required their emailed confirmation of the NPI number (from NPPES), even though that is not outlined in this letter.