Compliance
Change of National Provider Identifier (CNPI)
CNPI is industry shorthand for an update involving a provider's National Provider Identifier.
Definition
CNPI is industry shorthand for an update involving a provider's National Provider Identifier.
Why it matters
NPIs generally identify healthcare providers and are not simply edited like an address; confirm whether the event requires an NPI update, deactivation, or new application.
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