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loinc npi number

loinc_npi
provider
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The national provider identifier for a logical observation identifiers names and codes. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the loinc across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for loinc management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

loinc_npi

Category

provider

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  loinc_npi VARCHAR(100),  -- loinc npi number
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  loinc_npi as loinc_npi_number
FROM claims;

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