awacke1/AllUSPhysiciansNPIbyStateandCountry huggingface dataset:
Code: 207RH0000X
Display Name: Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Hematology
Definition: An internist with additional training who specializes in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph. This specialist treats conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RH0003X
Display Name: Hematology & Oncology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Hematology & Oncology
Definition: An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders.  A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology.  The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Notes: Source: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. [7/1/2008: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Code: 207RI0008X
Display Name: Hepatology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Hepatology
Definition: The discipline of Hepatology encompasses the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine considers Hepatology part of the subspecialty of gastroenterology. Physicians who identify themselves as Hepatologists usually, but not always, have been trained in gastrointestinal programs.
Notes: Training Programs, and/or Fellowships, Preceptorships: The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) is the major professional society organized for physicians with an interest in Hepatology. A subcommittee of that organization has published guidelines for training programs in the 1992 November issue of Hepatology. Source: The American Board of Internal Medicine 9/1993 ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: None
Code: 207RH0002X
Display Name: Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Definition: An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family.  This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, www.aahpm.org [1/1/2007: new]
Code: 207RH0005X
Display Name: Hypertension Specialist Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Hypertension Specialist
Definition: A Hypertension Specialist is a physician who concentrates on all aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension.
Notes: Source: American Society of Hypertension, www.ash-us.org [7/1/2011: new] Additional Resources: The American Society of Hypertension Specialists Program offers an examination and designation for Hypertension Specialists. This subspecialty is not a Board certificate issued by either the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RI0200X
Display Name: Infectious Disease Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Infectious Disease
Definition: An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RI0011X
Display Name: Interventional Cardiology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Interventional Cardiology
Definition: An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source] Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/ Board Certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: 1 year of training plus a prerequisite of 3 years Internal Medicine, 3 years Cardiovascular Disease for a total of 7 years. ABMS Approved Subspecialty Certificate (Internal Medicine)
Code: 207RX0202X
Display Name: Medical Oncology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Medical Oncology
Definition: An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source. 11/5/2007: corrected definition]
Code: 207RN0300X
Display Name: Nephrology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Nephrology
Definition: An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RB0002X
Display Name: Obesity Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Obesity Medicine
Definition: A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Notes: Source: American Board of Obesity Medicine, www.abom.org [10/1/2007: new, 7/1/2015: title and definition modified] Additional Resource: American Society of Bariatric Physicians, www.asbp.org.
Code: 207RP1001X
Display Name: Pulmonary Disease Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Pulmonary Disease
Definition: An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RR0500X
Display Name: Rheumatology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Rheumatology
Definition: An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and "collagen" diseases.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RS0012X
Display Name: Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Sleep Medicine
Definition: An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Sleep Medicine, www.aasm.org [7/1/2006: new]
Code: 207RS0010X
Display Name: Sports Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Sports Medicine
Definition: An internist trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the healthcare of the individual.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: added definition, added source; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 207RT0003X
Display Name: Transplant Hepatology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Internal Medicine
Specialization: Transplant Hepatology
Definition: An internist with special knowledge and the skill required of a gastroenterologist to care for patients prior to and following hepatic transplantation that spans all phases of liver transplantation. Selection of appropriate recipients requires assessment by a team having experience in evaluating the severity and prognosis of patients with liver disease.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: new] Additional Resources: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007. http://www.abim.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Code: 209800000X
Display Name: Legal Medicine (M.D./D.O.) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Legal Medicine
Definition: Legal Medicine is a special field of medicine that focuses on various aspects of medicine and law. Historically, the practice of legal medicine made contributions to medicine as a scientific instrument to solve criminal perplexities. Since World War II, the domain of legal medicine has broadened to include not only aspects of medical science to solve legal and criminal problems but aspects of law as it applies to medicine. Legal Medicine continues to grow as medicolegal issues like medical malpractice and liability, government regulation of health care, issues of tort reform, and moral and ethical complexities presented by technological advances become increasingly prominent. Many medical schools have implemented courses which supply medicolegal instruction for medical students, and many law schools now offer medicolegal courses. Also, dual degree programs in law and medicine have been created to assist physicians to bridge the gap between medicine and the law.
Notes: Source: American Board of Legal Medicine 08/1992. www.ablminc.org [7/1/2009: definition reformatted] Additional Resources: Training Programs, and/or Fellowships, Preceptorships: Certification available through the American Board of Legal Medicine. ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: None.
Code: 207SG0202X
Display Name: Clinical Biochemical Genetics Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Clinical Biochemical Genetics
Definition: A clinical biochemical geneticist demonstrates competence in performing and interpreting biochemical analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases and is a consultant regarding laboratory diagnosis of a broad range of inherited disorders.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Code: 207SC0300X
Display Name: Clinical Cytogenetics Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Clinical Cytogenetics
Definition: A clinical cytogeneticist demonstrates competence in providing laboratory diagnostic and clinical interpretive services dealing with cellular components, particularly chromosomes, associated with heredity.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics. A general certificate was first issued by the ABMS in 1982. ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: None.
Code: 207SG0201X
Display Name: Clinical Genetics (M.D.) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
Definition: A clinical geneticist demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive diagnostic, management and counseling services for genetic disorders.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Code: 207SG0203X
Display Name: Clinical Molecular Genetics Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Clinical Molecular Genetics
Definition: A clinical molecular geneticist demonstrates competence in performing and interpreting molecular analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases and is a consultant regarding laboratory diagnosis of a broad range of inherited disorders.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Code: 207SG0207X
Display Name: Medical Biochemical Genetics
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Medical Biochemical Genetics
Definition: A medical biochemical geneticist specializes in the diagnosis, evaluation, prevention, and treatment of patients with biochemical genetic disorders, defined as inborn errors of metabolism at any age of onset. Training does not include those skills and knowledge necessary to direct a clinical laboratory. 
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics, www.abmgg.org. [10/1/2023: New]
Code: 207SM0001X
Display Name: Molecular Genetic Pathology (Medical Genetics) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Molecular Genetic Pathology
Definition: A board certified subspecialty, the molecular genetic pathologist is expert in the principles, theory and technologies of molecular biology and molecular genetics. This expertise is used to make or confirm diagnoses of Mendelian genetic disorders, of human development, infectious diseases and malignancies and to assess the natural history of those disorders. A molecular genetic pathologist provides information about gene structure, function and alteration, and applies laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for individuals with related disorders.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics. A subspecialty certificate for MGG was approved by the ABMS in 1999. ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: Proposal under development.
Code: 207SG0205X
Display Name: Ph.D. Medical Genetics Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Medical Genetics
Specialization: Ph.D. Medical Genetics
Definition: A medical geneticist works in association with a medical specialist, is affiliated with a clinical genetics program and serves as a consultant to medical and dental specialists.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Medical Genetics, 2007. http://www.abmg.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Medical Genetics.
Code: 207T00000X
Display Name: Neurological Surgery Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Neurological Surgery
Definition: A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2007. http://www.abns.org/. Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
Code: 204D00000X
Display Name: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM
Definition: The Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine physician directs special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its interaction with other body systems. Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine encompasses increased knowledge and understanding of osteopathic principles and practice and heightened technical skills of osteopathic manipulative medicine, and integrates each of these into the management of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Notes: Source: American Osteopathic Association, 2017 [7/1/2017: added definition]
Additional Resources: American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, 2017, http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Code: 204C00000X
Display Name: Sports Medicine (Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine
Definition: A Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine physician trained to be responsible for the continuous care in the field of sports medicine encompasses increased knowledge and understanding of osteopathic principles and practice and heightened technical skills of osteopathic manipulative medicine and integrates each of these into the management of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.
Notes: Source: American Osteopathic Association
Additional Resources: AOA Osteopathic Board Certification in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine; https://certification.osteopathic.org/sports-medicine/
Code: 207U00000X
Display Name: Nuclear Medicine Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Definition: A nuclear medicine specialist employs the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and in research. Radiation detection and imaging instrument systems are used to detect disease as it changes the function and metabolism of normal cells, tissues and organs. A wide variety of diseases can be found in this way, usually before the structure of the organ involved by the disease can be seen to be abnormal by any other techniques. Early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attack), early cancer detection and evaluation of the effect of tumor treatment, diagnosis of infection and inflammation anywhere in the body and early detection of blood clot in the lungs are all possible with these techniques. Unique forms of radioactive molecules can attack and kill cancer cells (e.g., lymphoma, thyroid cancer) or can relieve the severe pain of cancer that has spread to bone
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Nuclear Medicine, 2007. http://www.abnm.org/. A doctor of osteopathy was able to obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Nuclear Medicine. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Code: 207UN0903X
Display Name: In Vivo & In Vitro Nuclear Medicine Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: In Vivo & In Vitro Nuclear Medicine
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in in vivo and in vitro nuclear medicine.
Notes: Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, 2009 [1/1/2010: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: A Certification of Added Qualifications (CAQ) was, but is no longer issued by the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Code: 207UN0901X
Display Name: Nuclear Cardiology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: Nuclear Cardiology
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology.
Notes: Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, 2009 [1/1/2010: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: A Certification of Added Qualifications (CAQ) was, but is no longer issued by the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Code: 207UN0902X
Display Name: Nuclear Imaging & Therapy Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Nuclear Medicine
Specialization: Nuclear Imaging & Therapy
Definition: A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear imaging and therapy.
Notes: Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, 2009 [1/1/2010: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: A Certification of Added Qualifications (CAQ) was, but is no longer issued by the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Code: 207V00000X
Display Name: Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.abog.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Code: 207VC0300X
Display Name: Complex Family Planning Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Complex Family Planning
Definition: A complex family planning physician specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with complex reproductive needs. These physicians are experts in abortion and contraception clinical care, research, education, and advocacy.
Notes: Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, 2021. Resources: Society of Family Planning, www.societyfp.org.
Code: 207VC0200X
Display Name: Critical Care Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Critical Care Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports female patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.abog.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Code: 207VF0040X
Display Name: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Definition: A subspecialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery is a physician in Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology who, by virtue of education and training, is prepared to provide consultation and comprehensive management of women with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Comprehensive management includes those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with these conditions and complications resulting from them.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2011. [1/1/2012: new] Resources: www.abms.org
Code: 207VX0201X
Display Name: Gynecologic Oncology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Gynecologic Oncology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.abog.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Code: 207VH0002X
Display Name: Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family.  This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, www.aahpm.org [1/1/2007: new]
Code: 207VM0101X
Display Name: Maternal & Fetal Medicine Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Maternal & Fetal Medicine
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.abog.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Code: 207VB0002X
Display Name: Obesity Medicine (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Obesity Medicine
Definition: A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Notes: Source: American Board of Obesity Medicine, www.abom.org [10/1/2007: new, 7/1/2015: title and definition modified] Additional Resource: American Society of Bariatric Physicians, www.asbp.org.
Code: 207VE0102X
Display Name: Reproductive Endocrinology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Specialization: Reproductive Endocrinology
Definition: An obstetrician/gynecologist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.abog.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Code: 207W00000X
Display Name: Ophthalmology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Definition: An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2007. http://www.abop.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology.
Code: 207WX0120X
Display Name: Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org [1/1/2018: new]
Code: 207WX0009X
Display Name: Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Glaucoma Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of glaucoma and other disorders related to increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage.  This specialty involves the medical and surgical treatment of these conditions.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org [1/1/2017: new] Additional Resources: Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org
Code: 207WX0109X
Display Name: Neuro-ophthalmology Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Neuro-ophthalmology
Definition: A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist of ophthalmology.  This physician evaluates, treats, and studies disorders of the eye, orbit and nervous system having to do with interactions of the visual motor and visual sensory systems with the central nervous system. Neuro-ophthalmologists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org [7/1/2017: new]
Additional Resources: Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org.
Code: 207WX0200X
Display Name: Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Definition: A physician who specializes in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. This subspecialty combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery, and includes aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions involving the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems and surrounding and supporting structures of the face and neck.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2015. www.aao.org [1/1/2016: new]
Code: 207WX0110X
Display Name: Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist Physician Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org [7/1/2017: new]
Additional Resources: Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org.
Code: 207WX0107X
Display Name: Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Retina Specialist
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
Notes: Source: American Society of Retina Specialists, www.asrs.org [1/1/2017: new]
Additional Resources: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org. Macula Society, www.maculasociety.org. Retina Society, www.retinasociety.org. Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org.
Code: 207WX0108X
Display Name: Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Ophthalmology
Specialization: Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease
Definition: An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of intraocular inflammation, scleritis, keratitis and infectious disorders affecting the eye and inflammatory disorders of the adnexa and/or orbit.
Notes: Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology, www.aao.org [1/1/2017: new]
Additional Resources: Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, www.aupo.org
Code: 204E00000X
Display Name: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.)
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Definition: Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to recognize and treat a wide spectrum of diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are also trained to administer anesthesia, and provide care in an office setting. They are trained to treat problems such as the extraction of wisdom teeth, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, and to perform dental implant surgery.
Notes: Source: American College of Surgeons, 2013. www.facs.org [7/1/2013: definition added, source added, additional resources added] Additional Resources: American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons While this is generally considered a specialty of dentistry, physicians can also be board certified as oral and maxillofacial surgeons through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Code: 207X00000X
Display Name: Orthopaedic Surgery Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Definition: An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means.  An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]
Additional Resources: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007. http://www.abos.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification
Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Code: 207XS0114X
Display Name: Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures. 
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007. http://www.abos.org/. Separate board certification is not currently offered.
Code: 207XX0004X
Display Name: Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician
Section: Individual
Grouping: Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialization: Foot and Ankle Surgery
Definition: Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Notes: Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: title modified, definition added, source added] Additional Resources: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007. http://www.abos.org/. Separate board certification is not currently offered. ACGME Accredited Residency Program Requirements: 1 year of training with 5 years Orthopedic Surgery for a total of 6 years.