What are the possible side effects of darbepoetin alfa (Aranesp, Aranesp Albumin Free, Aranesp SureClick)? Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
The NPI has replaced the unique provider identification number (UPIN) as the required identifier for Medicare services, and is used by other payers, including commercial healthcare insurers.
National Provider Identification (NPI) Number. The national provider identification (NPI) number is a 10-digit identification number assigned to health care providers by the federal government. This is the standard identifying number that has replaced the universal provider identification number (UPIN). Most providers had to obtain an NPI by May 23, 2008, or by May 2009 in the case of small providers.