I'm so sorry for you. By now your mom has likely passed, or she soon will. People can go a long time without food, but lack of hydration will take her first. If she's still alive, please call you local hospice. They can tell you that she is in a state where she is not suffering from lack of food or hydration. She is beyond that.
Applying for an NPI is free of cost and relatively easy. To apply through a secure, Web-based process, visit the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System website. Those with valid applications should receive their NPI via email within one to five business days.
You can apply for your NPI in one of three ways: Online: Through an easy web-based application process at https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov Mail: A completed paper application. You can obtain a paper application and the mailing address on https://nppes.cms.hhs.gov. Or you can call 1.800.465.3203.