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NPI FAQ available

HIPAA Weekly Advisor, June 11, 2007

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CMS has posted a series of frequently-asked questions (FAQ) related to the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) data dissemination notice. Click here to view the FAQ.

The FAQ includes the following questions:

  • What NPPES data will CMS disclose?
  • How will CMS make the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)-disclosable NPPES data available?
  • Is there a charge to obtain NPPES healthcare provider data?
  • I want data for only the physicians in New York and I want the data on a CD. How will CMS fulfill my request?
  • When will the NPPES healthcare provider data be available?



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