225B00000X: Pulmonary Function Technologist

Code details

Code

225B00000X Copy

Grouping

Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers

Classification

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Specialization

None (this is the general classification code)

Display name

Pulmonary Function Technologist

Used by

Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests. In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment. In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance. Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability. The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results.