For most files, a table of variables will display below, with links to the variable definitions. If no table displays, or if you need additional information for a specific variable, please see the CCW website. Data documentation is available for all files and codebooks for many.

If you are unable to locate the information you need, please contact ResDAC.

NumberSAS NameVariable Name
1 ESCO_NUMBER ESCO Number
2 ESCO_NAME ESCO Name
3 PERFORMANCE_PERIOD Period of Performance
4 TIN_NUMBER Tax ID Number of the practice/facility associated with the Individual NPI
5 PRNT_PRTCPNT_NPI_NUM Parent Participant NPI Number
6 ORGANIZATION_NAME Organization Name
7 NPI_NUMBER Individual NPI Number
8 PROVIDER_TYPE_DESC Provider Type Description
9 CCN CMS Certification Number (CCN; formerly OSCAR number)
10 CONTACT_FIRST_NAME Practitioner First Name
11 CONTACT_LAST_NAME Practitioner Last Name
12 INSTITUTE_TYPE_DESC Institute Type Description