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.
The NPI Final Rule, issued in Jan 2004, has adopted the NPI number as that standard for healthcare provider identification. The NPI has replaced the UPIN (Unique Provider Identification Number) as the required identifier for all Medicare services, including health insurance claims.