NPI Facts

What is the NPI?

The National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a government-issued, 10-digit identification number for individual healthcare providers and organizations. The numbers are randomly assigned and contain no coded information about the individual or organization. The NPI will never expire, and your individual NPI will remain the same even if you change jobs or locations.

Why should I get an NPI?

All dentists are eligible to apply for an NPI, and dentists who submit claims electronically will be required by federal law to obtain an NPI. However, since health plans are allowed to require all dentists to obtain an NPI regardless of whether the dentist submits claims electronically, we encourage all DenteMax participating dentists to obtain an NPI.

How do I get an NPI?

Applying for an NPI is free and relatively easy. Click here to find out how to get a NPI. You may receive your NPI via email in one to five business days, or you may choose to download a printable application and submit by mail. Once you have received your NPI, you must contact our provider relations department at 800.752.1547.