Specialist/Technologist, Other
There are 5166 active specialist/technologist, other providers in the United States, distributed across 54 states. A surgical assistant is a skilled practitioner who has undergone formalized education and training as a surgical assistant. The surgical assistant performs surgical functions that include, but are not
By state
Top metros
- HOUSTON, TX 297 providers
- MIAMI, FL 211 providers
- SAN ANTONIO, TX 136 providers
- SUGAR LAND, TX 86 providers
- HIALEAH, FL 57 providers
- FAIRFAX, VA 53 providers
- TAMPA, FL 52 providers
- DALLAS, TX 51 providers
- TUCSON, AZ 42 providers
- KATY, TX 40 providers
- LOUISVILLE, KY 40 providers
- FALLS CHURCH, VA 37 providers
- NASHVILLE, TN 37 providers
- ORLANDO, FL 36 providers
- DENVER, CO 35 providers
- FORT WORTH, TX 35 providers
- ATLANTA, GA 35 providers
- AUSTIN, TX 35 providers
- CHICAGO, IL 31 providers
- MELBOURNE, FL 30 providers
About specialist/technologist, other
A surgical assistant is a skilled practitioner who has undergone formalized education and training as a surgical assistant. The surgical assistant performs surgical functions that include, but are not limited to: retracting, manipulating, suturing, clamping, cauterizing, litigating, and tying tissue; suctioning, irrigating and sponging; positioning the patient; closure of body planes and skin; and participating in hemostasis and volume replacement. Surgical assistants are certified and registered or licensed by the state, or, in states without licensure, certified as surgical assistants by completing appropriate education and training.
Frequently asked
What does a specialist/technologist, other provider do?
Specialist/Technologist, Other providers are healthcare professionals classified under the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Refer to the NUCC taxonomy definitions and your state licensing board for scope of practice details.
How do I verify a specialist/technologist, other provider's NPI?
Every NPI on Praxis MD has a verifiable record in the official CMS NPPES registry. Open NPPES to confirm, then check the issuing state board for current license status.
How current is this data?
Praxis MD refreshes the monthly NPPES bulk file and applies weekly delta updates. Each page shows its 'Updated' date.