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 replaced the UPIN (Unique Provider Identification Number) which was used in the past. Without the NPI, health care providers (including pharmacies) cannot be paid by their insurance companies. Insurance companies require the prescribers NPI and/or DEA Number transmitted to them each time a prescription is submitted to them for reimbursement.