Do I Need an NPI to Use Mentaya?
Yes, you need a National Provider Identifier (NPI) to use Mentaya. We require this information for two important reasons:
Client Eligibility Verification: We use your NPI to verify your client's eligibility for specific services and ensure accurate billing.
Claims Submission: We need your NPI to submit claims on your behalf to insurance companies for reimbursement
The good news is that the process is straightforward. Here's what you need to provide based on your provider type:
For Individual Providers:
Provider Name
Social Security Number (SSN)
Date of Birth
Country of Birth
State of Birth (if Country of Birth is U.S.)
Provider Gender
Mailing Address
At least one Practice Location Address and Phone Number
At least one Taxonomy (Provider Type)
State License Information
At least one Contact Person Name
At least one Contact Person Phone Number and Email
For Group Practices or Organizations:
Organization Name
Employer Identification Number (EIN)
Name of Authorized Official for the Organization
Title Position of Authorized Official for the Organization
Phone Number of Authorized Official for the Organization
Organization Mailing Address
At least one Practice Location Address and Phone Number
At least one Taxonomy (Provider Type)
At least one Contact Person Name
At least one Contact Person Phone Number and Email
Please note that if you are a group practice then you need a group tax ID (EIN) and NPI to submit claims with Mentaya. If you don't then the therapists under the group are actually considered independent contractors, and will need to sign up as solo providers with Mentaya.
Apply:
You can apply for an NPI online through the NPPES website. Alternatively, you can email the required information to [email protected], and our team will assist you with the application process.