Taxonomy codes / Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
65 codes · 11 classifications · Individual
Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
The NUCC group “Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers” holds 65 taxonomy codes across 11 classifications. 1 of them map to a Medicare specialty in CMS's crosswalk. All are codes for individual providers, used on a Type 1 NPI.
- 1First code in the group 242T00000X
- 2Codes 65
- 3With a Medicare crosswalk 1
- 4Classifications 11
Perfusionist
A perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function. The perfusionist is knowledgeable concerning the variety of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation functions and is responsible, in consultation with the physician, for selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be used. — NUCC definition of 242T00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 242T00000X | (general) | — |
Radiologic Technologist
A medical imaging or radiation therapy professional who is appropriately educated and trained to perform medical imaging procedures using ionizing and nonionizing radiation. — NUCC definition of 247100000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 247100000X | (general) | — |
| 2471B0102X | Bone Densitometry A radiologic technologist who specializes in bone densitometry and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in performance of bone density imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471C1106X | Cardiac-Interventional Technology A radiologic technologist who specializes in cardiac interventional and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in cardiac interventional technology imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471C1101X | Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology A radiologic technologist who specializes in cardiovascular interventional technology. | — |
| 2471C3401X | Computed Tomography A radiologic technologist who specializes in computed tomography (CT) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of CT imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471M1202X | Magnetic Resonance Imaging A radiologic technologist who specializes in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of MRIs, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471M2300X | Mammography A radiologic technologist who specializes in mammography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of mammogram imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471N0900X | Nuclear Medicine Technology A radiologic technologist who specializes in nuclear medicine technology and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of nuclear medicine imaging, administration of radiopharmaceuticals to patients, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471Q0001X | Quality Management A radiologic technologist who specializes in quality management. | — |
| 2471R0002X | Radiation Therapy A radiologic technologist who specializes in radiation therapy and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in administration of radiation therapy, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471C3402X | Radiography A radiologic technologist who specializes in radiography (also known as x-rays) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of radiographs, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471S1302X | Sonography A radiologic technologist who specializes in sonography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of ultrasounds, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
| 2471V0105X | Vascular Sonography A radiologic technologist who specializes in vascular sonography and is trained in the use of ultrasound equipment to image veins and arteries, which health care providers use to diagnose and treat various vascular conditions. | — |
| 2471V0106X | Vascular-Interventional Technology A radiologic technologist who specializes in vascular interventional and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of vascular interventional imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care. | — |
Radiology Practitioner Assistant
A Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) is a health professional certified as a registered radiographer with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and, in addition, is credentialed to provide primary radiology health care with radiologist supervision. Radiology Practitioner Assistants are qualified by graduation from an educational program recognized by the Board of Directors of athe Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA) and certified by the CBRPA. Within the Radiologist/RPA relationship, Radiology Practitioner Assistants exercise autonomy in decision making in the role of a primary caregiver with regard to patient assessment, patient management and in providing a broad range of radiology diagnostic and interventional services. The clinical role of the Radiology Practitioner Assistant includes primary and specialty care in radiology practice settings in rural and urban areas. — NUCC definition of 243U00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 243U00000X | (general) | — |
Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
An allied health professional who performs diagnostic examinations at the request or direction of a physician in one or more of the following three areas: invasive cardiology, noninvasive cardiology, and noninvasive peripheral vascular study. Cardiovascular technologists are one type of allied health professional for which the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation has accredited education programs — NUCC definition of 246X00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246X00000X | (general) | — |
| 246XC2901X | Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist A cardiovascular invasive specialist/technologist monitors patientsâ heart rates and helps physicians in diagnosing and treating heart problems. They assist with cardiac catheterization and prepare and monitor patients during open-heart surgery and insertion of pacemakers, defibrillators, and stents. | — |
| 246XS1301X | Sonography A cardiovascular sonography technologist operates special equipment to create images and conduct tests of the cardiovascular system. They work with physicians who view the images and test results to assess and diagnose medical conditions. | — |
| 246XC2903X | Vascular Specialist A vascular technologist, also known as a vascular sonographer, creates images of blood vessels and collects data that help physicians diagnose disorders affecting blood flow. Vascular technologists often evaluate blood flow and identify blocked arteries or blood clots. | — |
Specialist/Technologist, Health Information
An individual with a high school diploma, on-the-job experience and coding education from seminars or college classes who passes a national certification examination in either inpatient and outpatient facility services coding, or physician services coding. — NUCC definition of 246Y00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246Y00000X | (general) | — |
| 246YC3301X | Coding Specialist, Hospital Based | — |
| 246YC3302X | Coding Specialist, Physician Office Based | — |
| 246YR1600X | Registered Record Administrator | — |
Specialist/Technologist, Other
General classification identifying individuals trained on specific equipment and technical procedures in one of a collection of miscellaneous healthcare disciplines. — NUCC definition of 246Z00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246Z00000X | (general) | — |
| 246ZA2600X | Art, Medical | — |
| 246ZB0500X | Biochemist | — |
| 246ZB0301X | Biomedical Engineering | — |
| 246ZB0302X | Biomedical Photographer | — |
| 246ZB0600X | Biostatistician | — |
| 246ZE0500X | EEG | — |
| 246ZE0600X | Electroneurodiagnostic | — |
| 246ZG1000X | Geneticist, Medical (PhD) | — |
| 246ZG0701X | Graphics Methods | — |
| 246ZI1000X | Illustration, Medical | — |
| 246ZN0300X | Nephrology | — |
| 246ZX2200X | Orthopedic Assistant An Orthopaedic Assistant is a person who has been trained to work as a physician extender in both clinical and surgical environments. An Orthopaedic Assistant assists with aspects of patient care as determined by the supervising surgeon including, but not limited to, obtaining patient history, assisting with examinations, injections, recording of office notes, and application/adjustment/removal of splints, casts, and other immobilization devices. Acting as a surgical first assistant for orthopaedic surgery cases includes providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, positioning of the patient, suturing and closure of body planes and skin, application of wound dressings or immobilization devices, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. An Orthopaedic Assistant may be licensed, registered, or certified depending on the state in which the individual practices. | — |
| 246ZC0007X | Surgical Assistant A surgical assistant is a skilled practitioner who has undergone formalized education and training as a surgical assistant. The surgical assistant performs surgical functions that include, but are not limited to: retracting, manipulating, suturing, clamping, cauterizing, litigating, and tying tissue; suctioning, irrigating and sponging; positioning the patient; closure of body planes and skin; and participating in hemostasis and volume replacement. Surgical assistants are certified and registered or licensed by the state, or, in states without licensure, certified as surgical assistants by completing appropriate education and training. | — |
| 246ZS0410X | Surgical Technologist Surgical technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. | — |
Specialist/Technologist, Pathology
(1) An individual educated and trained in clinical chemistry, microbiology or other biological sciences; and in gathering data on the blood, tissues, and fluids in the human body. Tests and procedures performed or supervised center on major areas of hematology, microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, clinical chemistry and urinalysis. Education and certification requires the equivalent of an associate degree and alternative combinations of accredited training and experience. (2) A specially trained individual who works under the direction of a pathologist, other physician, or scientist, and performs specialized chemical, microscopic, and bacteriological tests of human blood, tissue, and fluids. Also known as medical technologists, they perform and supervise tests and procedures in clinical chemistry, immunology, serology, bacteriology, hematology, parasitology, mycology, urinalysis, and blood banking. The work requires the correlation of test results with other data, interpretation of test findings, and exercise of independent judgment. The minimum educational requirement (for one of several certification programs in medical technology) is a baccalaureate degree with appropriate science course requirements, plus a twelve-month, structured, AMA approved medical technology program and an examination; or a baccalaureate degree with appropriate science course requirements and experience. — NUCC definition of 246Q00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246Q00000X | (general) | — |
| 246QB0000X | Blood Banking | — |
| 246QC1000X | Chemistry | — |
| 246QC2700X | Cytotechnology | — |
| 246QH0401X | Hemapheresis Practitioner | — |
| 246QH0000X | Hematology | — |
| 246QH0600X | Histology | — |
| 246QI0000X | Immunology | — |
| 246QL0900X | Laboratory Management | — |
| 246QL0901X | Laboratory Management, Diplomate | — |
| 246QM0706X | Medical Technologist | — |
| 246QM0900X | Microbiology | — |
Technician, Cardiology
An individual who has knowledge of specific techniques, instruments, and equipment required in performing specific cardiovascular/peripheral vascular diagnostic procedures. — NUCC definition of 246W00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246W00000X | (general) | — |
Technician, Health Information
Preferred term for an Accredited Record Technician who is an individual with an associate's degree from an accredited college or independent study program who is skilled in analyzing health information and in examination of medical records for accuracy, reporting of patient data for reimbursement, and creation of disease registries for researchers. — NUCC definition of 247000000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 247000000X | (general) | — |
| 2470A2800X | Assistant Record Technician | — |
Technician, Other
A collective term for persons with specialized training in various narrow fields of expertise whose occupations require training and skills in specific technical processes and procedures; and where further classification is deemed unnecessary by the user. — NUCC definition of 247200000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 247200000X | (general) | 75 Slide Preparation Facility |
| 2472B0301X | Biomedical Engineering | — |
| 2472D0500X | Darkroom | — |
| 2472E0500X | EEG | — |
| 2472R0900X | Renal Dialysis | — |
| 2472V0600X | Veterinary | — |
Technician, Pathology
An individual with knowledge of specific techniques and instruments who performs all of the routine tests in a medical laboratory and who has the ability to discriminate between similar factors that directly affect procedures and results. — NUCC definition of 246R00000X
| Code | Specialization | Medicare specialty |
|---|---|---|
| 246R00000X | (general) | — |
| 247ZC0005X | Clinical Laboratory Director, Non-physician An individual who is state-licensed as a clinical laboratory director and meets the qualifications in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 for non-physicians (non-MD/DO) as defined in the CFR 42 Part 493.1405. | — |
| 246RH0600X | Histology | — |
| 246RM2200X | Medical Laboratory | — |
| 246RP1900X | Phlebotomy | — |
Medicare specialties in this group
1 of the 65 codes in Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers map to 1 Medicare specialty. The enrollment figure is the number of NPIs enrolled in Medicare under that specialty nationally.
| Medicare specialty | Codes mapped | Enrolled NPIs |
|---|---|---|
| 75 Slide Preparation Facility | 1 | 0 |
Sources: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, version 26.1 (CSV); CMS Medicare Provider and Supplier Taxonomy Crosswalk, August 2026. Checked 2026-10-24.