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Abbreviation
Healthcare

lab npi number

lab_npi

Usage Notes

Laboratory service or test - National Provider Identifier

Global Definition

The national provider identifier for a laboratory service or test. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the lab across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for lab management and reporting.

Sources

Healthcare Data Standards & Best Practices

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