Discussion 4.1: National Provider Identification Number
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Updated on: 02/04/2022 09:48 PM Due on: 02/05/2022

Discussion 4.1: National Provider Identification Number
Task
Read the following article:
- Department of Health and Human Services (2004). HIPAA Administrative Simplification: Standard Unique Health Identifier for Health Care Providers; Final Rule (Links to an external site.). Federal ter. Vol. 69, No. 15.
In your initial post to the discussion forum, answer the following questions:
- What is the purpose of an NPI number?
- Why is an NPI number required?
- Who is eligible for an NPI number?

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