231H00000X Taxonomy Code - Audiologist

Taxonomy Code

Code: 231H00000X

Type: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers

Classification: Audiologist

Specialization: N/A

Level: Level II - Classification

Definition: (1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.

Version: NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1

Related Taxonomy Codes

Taxonomy Code Taxonomy Clasification Taxonomy Specialization
231HA2400X Audiologist Assistive Technology Practitioner
231HA2500X Audiologist Assistive Technology Supplier

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