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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.
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| SAS Name | Variable Name |
|---|---|
| PRACTICE_ID | Unique Identifier of Practice |
| PERF_NPI | NPI |
| PRVDR_NAME | Name of Provider |
| PHYSICIAN | Physician Eligible Professional |
| NP_PA_CNS_CRNA | Nonphysican eligible professional subject to the 2018 Value Modifier |
| NONPHYS_VM_EXEMPT | Nonphysician Eligible Professional Not Subject to the 2018 Value Modifier |
| HCFA_SPECIALTY | Specialty Designation |
| LAST_CLM_DATE | Date of last Medicare Part B claim billed under practice |
| BILL_UND_PRAC | Identified via billings |
| LST_IN_PECOS | Identified via PECOS |
| EP_AVOIDED_PAY_ADJ | Avoided 2018 PQRS payment adjustment |