Updated research request forms and data security approval requirement effective 4/24/23
This variable is contained in the following files:
SAS Name
PRVDR_SPCLTY
CMS (previously called HCFA) specialty code used for pricing the line item service on the non-institutional claim.
Assigned by the Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) based on the corresponding provider identification number (performing NPI or UPIN).
Source: NCH