School Psychologist

A school psychologist is a credentialed professional who supports students' learning, behavior, and mental health within educational settings. They conduct psychological evaluations to identify learning disabilities, design behavior plans, consult with teachers and parents, and provide counseling. School psychologists hold a specialist degree (EdS) or a doctorate in school psychology, complete a year-long supervised internship, and obtain state certification. They combine training in psychology and education to help students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

A school psychologist's NPI number is critical for billing school-based mental health services and evaluations to Medicaid and health insurance programs. School districts and clinics use the psychologist's NPI on reimbursement claims for special education assessments and counseling services. The NPI registry provides public verification of the psychologist's credentials, state licensing, and school psychology taxonomy. Checking the database helps educational agencies ensure compliance with federal billing guidelines.