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otolaryngology npi number

ent_npi
provider
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

The national provider identifier for a ear nose throat specialty. Used as a unique reference to identify and track the otolaryngology across healthcare systems. This field is commonly used in electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems (HIS), and clinical data warehouses for otolaryngology management and reporting.

Standard Abbreviation

ent_npi

Category

provider

Database Usage

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

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  ent_npi as otolaryngology_npi_number
FROM claims;

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