| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| PROVIDER TYPE | Nursing Service Providers |
| CLASSIFICATION | Registered Nurse |
| DEFINITION | A perioperative registered nurse who works in collaboration with the surgeon and other health care team members to achieve optimal outcomes. The RNFA has acquired the necessary knowledge, judgment, and skills specific to the expanded role of RNFA clinical practice. Intraoperatively, the RNFA assists the surgeon. |
| AREA OF SPECIALIZATION | Registered Nurse First Assistant |
| STATUS | Active |
| VA CODE | V183406 |
| X12 CODE | 163WR0006X |
| INDIVIDUAL/NON | INDIVIDUAL |
| MASTER ENTRY FOR VUID | YES |
| VUID | 5252993 |
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