171W00000X Contractor
- Definition
- For the purposes of the Health Care Provider Taxonomy, a contractor is limited to individuals who do construction or mechanical work to modify a patient's environment to accommodate a health condition. Contractors perform projects including, but not limited to, building wheelchair ramps, widening doorways, modifying personal vehicles, and making other improvements for patient access and movement. This code has no relation to a provider's employment status.
- Grouping
- Other Service Providers
- Classification
- Contractor
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, www.nucc.org
Specializations
171WH0202X
Home Modifications Contractor
A contractor who specializes in making changes to homes to improve safety, accessibility, and independence for people with health conditions or disabilities. They install ramps, grab bars, wider doorways, stair lifts, accessible bathrooms, and other modifications to help patients with mobility issues, recovering from surgery, or living with chronic conditions stay safe and comfortable at home.
171WV0202X
Vehicle Modifications Contractor
A contractor who specializes in modifying vehicles to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities or medical conditions. They install ramps, hand controls, wheelchair lifts, and other adaptive equipment to help people with mobility challenges, spinal cord injuries, or other physical limitations drive or ride safely and comfortably. Patients can expect a customized approach to make their vehicles accessible and easier to use.