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What the National Provider Identifier Will and Will Not do
Highlights from TC 2006 Speaker, Michael Costa of Greenber, Traurig, LLP
June 9, 2006
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The NPI Will:
- Replace the use of all legacy provider identifiers (e.g. UPIN, Medicaid Provider Number, Medicare Provider Number, Blue Cross and Blue Shield numbers) in standard transactions as of the compliance dates
- Simplify transactions, including claims and COB, and save money in the long term
The NPI Will Not:
- Guarantee reimbursement by health plans
- Enroll providers in health plans
- Make providers covered entities
- Require providers to conduct electronic transactions
Watch for more information regarding NPI our July issue!
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