Taxonomy code

227800000X: Certified Respiratory Therapist

227800000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Respiratory Therapist, Certified, in the Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers group.

Code details

Code
227800000X
Grouping
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization
None (this is the general classification code)
Display name
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Used by
Individuals (NPI-1)

NUCC definition

A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is a an entry level therapist who has passed a standardized written examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). CRTs provide diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, rehabilitation, and education to patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system. They provide these respiratory care services in all health care facilities and in the home. A CRT is a graduate of an associate degree program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) and where applicable, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of the license.

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