| SPECIALTY |
DESCRIPTION |
| Acupuncture | The art of inserting fine needles through skin at specific points to relieve pain
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| Allergy and Immunology | Diagnosis and treatment of allergic condition
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| Ambulance Services | Provides emergency and non-emergency transportation and medical services
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| Anesthesiology | The administration of various anesthesia to put the patient in a painless operation
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| Audiology | Includes treatment and care of speech, language and hearing
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| Audiology / Speech Therapy | Includes treatment and care of speech, language and hearing
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| Bariatric Surgery | Surgery dealing with gastric bypass
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| Behavioral Health - Addictions / Substance Abuse | Includes all mental health and substance abuse care
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| Behavioral Health - Eating Disorders | Mental health care pertaining to eating disorders
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| Behavioral Health - General | Includes all mental health care and treatment
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| Behavioral Health - Geriatrics | Mental health care for older adults
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| Behavioral Health - Pediatric / Adolescent | Mental health care for children and adolescents
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| Behavioral Health - Womens Issues | Mental health care for women
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| Behavioral Health Facility | Facility specializing in behavioral health treatment
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| Bone Density Exam |
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| C - T Scan | Computed Tomography - Radiology
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| Cardiology | Diseases and disorders of the heart
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| Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery | Surgery of the heart and blood vessels
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| Chiropractic Medicine | The science of adjusting and manipulating various parts of the body, especially the spinal column
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| Colon and Rectal Surgery | Operative treatment of colon and rectum
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| Critical Care Medicine | Treatment of disease or injury in which there is danger of death
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| Dental Medicine | Includes treatment and care of teeth and gums
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| Dermatology | Diseases and disorders of the skin
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| Dermatopathology | Study of structural and functional changes of the skin caused by disease
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| Diabetic Counseling |
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| Diabetic Supplies | Supplies for treatment and maintenance of Diabetes
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| Dialysis Services | Procedure that filters waste products from the bloodstream
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| Durable Medical Equipment | Equipment typically used in home health care to make patient's daily activities easier
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| Electrodiagnostic Medicine | Diagnosis and treatment using electrical testing of the muscles and nerves
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| Emergency / Urgent Care | The urgent treatment and care of immediate disease and trauma
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| Endocrinology | Diseases and disorders of the ductless glands
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| Epileptology | Specializes in care and treatment Epilepsy
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| Family Practice | Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions
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| Gastroenterology | Diseases and disorders of the stomach and intestines
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| General Surgery | Diagnosis and treatment of disease and injuries not covered by surgical subspecialties
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| Genetics | Study of biologic inheritance
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| Geriatric Medicine | Practice limited to the treatment of the elderly
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| Gynecology | Care of the female reproductive system
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| Hand Surgery | Surgical repair of injuries to the hand
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| Head and Neck Surgery | Surgery relating to the head and neck area
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| Hematology | Treatment of disease and disorders of blood and blood-forming tissues
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| Home Health Services | Treatment and care provided in the home
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| Home Infusion Services | Therapeutic introduction of a fluid into a vein in the home
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| Hospice | Compassionate care of the terminally ill
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| Hospital | A place where the sick and injured are treated and cared for typically on an overnight basis
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| Hospitalist | Care and treatment of a patient in the hospital setting
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| Infectious Diseases | Diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases
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| Infertility | Treatment of patients incapable of producing offspring
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| Internal Medicine | Non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the internal structures of the body
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| Laboratory Services | The processing and testing of specimens either collected on site or by another provider
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| Lithotripsy | Procedure using sound waves to pulverize kidney stones
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| Mammography | Diagnostic Exam of the Breast
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| Maternal Fetal Medicine |
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| Medical Supplies | Supplies for treatment of Diabetes, Wound Care, Ostomy Care, etc.
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| MRA | Magnetic Resonance Angiography
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| MRI | Procedure used to image internal structures of the body
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| Multi-Specialty (PCP) | Provider of more than one primary care service
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| Multi-Specialty (SCP) | Provider of more than one specialty care service
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| Neonatology | Specializing in the treatment of diseases and disorders of the newborn infant
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| Nephrology | Diseases and disorders of the kidney
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| Neuro Surgery | Surgery dealing with the nervous system, head, neck, back, and peripheral system
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| Neurology | Disorders of the nervous system and brain
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| Neuropathology |
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| Neuropsychiatry | Assessment & Intervention based on scientific study of human behavior relating to Centr Nervous Syst |
| Neuropsychology | Assessment & Intervention based on scientific study of human behavior relating to Centr Nervous Syst |
| Obstetrics / Gynecology | Management of pregnancy and childbirth
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| Occupational Medicine | Prevention and treatment of occupational diseases and workplace injuries
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| Oculoplastics | of, relating to, or being plastic surgery of the eye and associated structures
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| Oncology | Diagnosis and treatment of tumors and cancer
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| Oncology Gynecology | Diagnosis and treatment of cancer in the female reproductive system
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| Oncology Hematology | Diagnosis and treatment of cancer in blood and blood-forming tissues
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| Ophthalmology | Diseases and disorders of the eye
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| Optometry | Practice limited to examining the eyes for defects and prescribing corrective lenses
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| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Practice limited to the surgery of the mouth and related structures
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| Orthopedics | Diseases and disorders of the bones and joints
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| Orthotics / Prosthetics | Artificial or supported parts used to improve movement
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| Other Facility Services | Miscellaneous Services
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| Other Specialties | A unique or very specialized provider specialty which doesn't fit into another category
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| Otolaryngology | Ear, nose and throat disorders
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| Outpatient Services | Care in a clinic without room and board provided
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| Pain Management | Multidisciplinary approach to providing services for patients with chronic pain
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| Pathology | Study of structural and functional changes in tissue and organs caused by disease
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| Pediatric Cardiology | Diseases and disorders of the heart in children
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| Pediatric Critical Care | Treatment of disease or injury in children in which there is danger of death
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| Pediatric Endocrinology | Treatment of ductless glands in children
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| Pediatric Gastroenterology | Diseases and disorders of stomach and intestines in children
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| Pediatric Hematology Oncology | Diagnosis and treatment of cancer in blood and blood-forming tissues in children
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| Pediatric Nephrology | Diseases and disorders of the kidney in children
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| Pediatric Neurology | Diseases of the nervous system in children
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| Pediatric Neurosurgery | Surgery dealing with the nervous system, head, neck, back, and peripheral system in children
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| Pediatric Ophthalmology | Diseases and disorders of the eye in children
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| Pediatric Orthopedics | Treatment of diseases and disorders of the bones and joints in children
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| Pediatric Pulmonology | Diseases and disorders of the lung in children
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| Pediatric Radiology | The use of x-rays and other diagnostic procedures in children
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| Pediatric Rheumatology | Treatment and care of rheumatism and arthritis in children
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| Pediatric Surgery | Operative treatment of children
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| Pediatric Urology | Diseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract in children
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| Pediatrics | Diseases and disorders of children
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| Perinatology | Care of newborn
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| PET Imaging | Positron Emission Tomography
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| Physiatry | Medical field of study combining Neurology and Orthopedics
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| Physical and Occupational Rehab / Therapy | Rehab/Therapy Use of exercise to assist in rehabilitation and restoration of normal bodily functions |
| Physical Medicine / Rehabilitation | Medical field of study that combines Neurology and Orthopedics
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| Physician Services | Multi Specialty Physicians Office Services
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| Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery | Surgical repair or modification of tissue and/or bone for restoration and rehabilitation or cosmetic |
| Podiatry | Specialized care for disease, disorders, and conditions related to the feet
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| Pulmonary Medicine | Treatment of disease of the respiratory system
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| Radiation Oncology | Diagnosis and treatment of cancer through radiation therapy
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| Radiology | Use of x-rays and other diagnostic procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
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| Reproductive Endocrinology | Treatment of hormonal disorders that affect the reproductive function
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| Rheumatology | Treatment and care of rheumatism and arthritis
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| Skilled Nursing Care | Skilled care given to patients by a nursing staff
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| Sleep Disorders | Diagnosis and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
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| Specialty Facility | Facility specializing in a specific field i.e. Orthopedics
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| Specialty Hospital | A hospital providing treatment and care for one specialty
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| Specialty Hospital - Rehabilitation | A hospital providing treatment and care for physical rehabilitation therapy
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| Speech Pathology | Treatment of speech disorders
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| Sports Medicine | Treatment and prevention of injuries and disorders pertaining to sports
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| Sub Acute Facility | Providing a level of care higher than long-term care
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| Substance Abuse Services | Treatment for Substance Abuse i. e. Alcohol, Drugs
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| Surgical Services | Treatment and care patients receiving an operation
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| Trauma Surgery | Surgery relating to or resulting from a trauma, wound or injury
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| Urgent/Non Emergent Care | Treatment of urgent illness, minor trauma that would normally be seen in Primary Care Practice
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| Urogynecology | Diseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract in women
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| Urology | Diseases and disorders of the genitourinary tract
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| Vascular Surgery | Operative treatment of arteries and veins
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| Wound Care | Treatment of wounds
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