Surgical Assistant
A surgical assistant is a skilled practitioner who has undergone formalized education and training as a surgical assistant. The surgical assistant performs surgical functions that include, but are not limited to: retracting, manipulating, suturing, clamping, cauterizing, litigating, and tying tissue; suctioning, irrigating and sponging; positioning the patient; closure of body planes and skin; and participating in hemostasis and volume replacement. Surgical assistants are certified and registered or licensed by the state, or, in states without licensure, certified as surgical assistants by completing appropriate education and training.
Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy, version 25.1 · Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other · Specialization: Surgical Assistant · Section: Individual
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Surgical Assistants · showing 1–9 of 9
- NPI1467862078
Aaron Helping Hands LLCActive
NPI1093359101- NPI1427514207
- NPI1316725849
Laura Acosta GalloActive
NPI1104563212Ms. Bobbi E Allen, CSFAActive
NPI1093092173Scott A Bailor, CFAActive
NPI1245475136- NPI1013764661
- NPI1427920321
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About taxonomy 246ZC0007X
What does taxonomy code 246ZC0007X mean?
246ZC0007X is the NUCC taxonomy code for Surgical Assistant. The prefix 24 denotes the Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers grouping, 6Z the Specialist/Technologist, Other classification, and C0007 identifies the Surgical Assistant specialization.
How many Surgical Assistant providers have an NPI?
NPIFinder currently indexes 9 providers who list 246ZC0007X on their NPI record, 7 of them as their primary taxonomy. Texas, Florida, Oregon have the most.
Is a taxonomy code the same as board certification?
No. Taxonomy codes are self-reported when a provider applies for an NPI and are not verified by a licensing or certifying board. Check the state license number on the provider profile for licensing status.
How do I find a Surgical Assistant near me?
Use the state filter on this page, pick one of the top cities, or search the registry with your city or ZIP code in the location box above.