Taxonomy Code 367A00000X(367a00000x)
Advanced Practice Midwife. Providers: 1
Advanced Practice Midwife Providers
| NPI | Name | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
|
DR. PHD CNM MSN MPH Cynthia Tara Ferguson |
Individual |
180 Middleton Mills Ln Palmyra, VA |
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| Taxonomy Code | 367A00000X |
| Display Name | Advanced Practice Midwife |
| Taxonomy Group | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers |
| Taxonomy Classification | Advanced Practice Midwife |
| Definition | Midwifery practice as conducted by certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) and certified midwives (CMs) is the independent management of women's health care, focusing particularly on pregnancy, childbirth, the post partum period, care of the newborn, and the family planning and gynecologic needs of women. The CNM and CM practice within a health care system that provides for consultation, collaborative management, or referral, as indicated by the health status of the client. CNMs and CMs practice in accord with the Standards for the Practice of Midwifery, as defined by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM). |
| Effective Date | September 30, 2009 |