Taxonomy Code
Code:
211D00000X
Type:
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Classification:
Assistant, Podiatric
Specialization:
N/A
Level:
Level II - Classification
Definition:
An individual who assists a podiatrist in tasks, such as exposing and developing x-rays; taking and recording patient histories; assisting in biomechanical evaluations and negative castings; preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment; providing the patient with postoperative instructions; applying surgical dressings; preparing the patient for treatment, padding, and strapping; and performing routine office procedures.
Version:
NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1