Change of Provider Number (CHOC)
CHOC is industry shorthand for an update involving a provider number or certification identifier.
Definition
CHOC is industry shorthand for an update involving a provider number or certification identifier.
Why it matters
Because the acronym and process are not universal, confirm the identifier, authority, and required form before submitting a change.
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