Dental
Information about the new National Provider Identifier (NPI) and how it affects your practice.
NPI: The One Number You'll Need For All Payers
The HIPAA-mandated National Provider Identifier (NPI) is going to make conducting electronic transactions with multiple payers easier because it is the one number you can use for all payers.
Did You Know That An NPI:
- Is required for all health care professionals (including dentists) who transmit health information by way of standard HIPAA electronic transactions
- Must be used to conduct electronic transactions to all of your payers after the May 23, 2007 compliance date
- Is a 10-digit unique identification number that is yours for life
- Can be used for all your payers
You Can Apply for Your NPI:
- Online at https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov.
- By completing a paper application. You can download a copy through https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov or call 1-800-465-3203 to request a copy.
Already Have Your NPI? Let Us Know
Once you have your NPI, you can send it to us for our files.
Several Ways to Provide Your NPI to Aetna Dental for Our Files:
- Update your Personal Information on aetnadental.com (site registration required).
- Call our National Dentist Line at 1-800-451-7715.
- Fax your NPI to us at 860-754-1602.
For More Information
Two NPI Reminders:
- Apply for and obtain your NPI by May 23, 2007.
- Send your NPI to Aetna for our files.
