NPI | Name | Type | Address |
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PA William R Schafer |
Individual |
22 Riverwind Dr Rexford, NY |
Every health care provider, whether it’s a hospital, pharmacy, or individual specialist, must obtain their own NPI number. This identification number is unique and is assigned upon application. In tod...
Taxonomy Code | 363A00000X |
Display Name | Physician Assistant |
Taxonomy Group | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers |
Taxonomy Classification | Physician Assistant |
Definition | A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician. |
Effective Date | September 30, 2009 |