A NAPPI^® code is a unique identifier for a given product which enables electronic transfer of information throughout the healthcare delivery chain.

The NAPPI^® applicant must be the highest authority in the supply chain for the product in question within the borders of South Africa. The NAPPI^® applicant must be the manufacturer of the product whereas for products manufactured outside South Africa, the NAPPI^® applicant must be the importer of the product.

Only products that can be legally sold in South Africa are eligible for NAPPI^® codes therefore proof of regulatory compliance is a pre-requisite for application of NAPPI^® codes where required e.g., SAHPRA registration certificate.

The NAPPI^® allocation policy as approved by the NAPPI^® Advisory Board (NAB) is published on the MediKredit website to guide the industry on the policy for the allocation of NAPPI® codes.