Identifiers
Identifiers are HIPAA standards that will create a uniform and centralized way to designate an employer, provider, health plan or patient in electronic transactions. Identifiers:
Standard Unique Health Care Provider Identifier (CMS-0045F)
- Establishes a standard unique ID, adopting the NPI (National Provider Identifier) as the standard identifier for all health care providers under HIPAA
- The final rule was published on 1-23-04
- Compliance date is May 23, 2007
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Standard Unique Identifier for Employers (CMS-0047F)
- An employer's tax ID number or Employer Identification Number (EIN) will be used
- The final rule was published on 5-31-02
- Compliance date is 7-30-04 (small health plans have until 8-1-05 to comply)
Standard Unique Health Plan Identifier (CMS-4145P)
- Establishes a standard health plan (for payers) identifier
- The estimated notice of public record making (NPRM) is 2004
Standard Unique Identifier for Individuals (not drafted yet)