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Variable: CARR_PRFRNG_PIN_NUM

Carrier Line Performing Provider ID Number (PIN)

Description

The provider identification number (PIN) of the physician/supplier (assigned by the Medicare Administrative Contractor [MAC]) who performed the service for this line item.

Comment

CMS identifies providers using the National Provider Identifier (NPI; effective May 1, 2007), which replaces legacy numbers (UPINs, PINs, etc.) on the standard HIPPA claim transactions.

Values

n/a

Other Info

Some additional information on this variable:

  • Short Name: PRF_PRFL
  • Long Name: CARR_PRFRNG_PIN_NUM
  • Type: CHAR
  • Length: 15
  • Source: NCH
  • Value Format:

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