Prosthetist
Definition
A health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive prosthetic patient care for individuals who have sustained complete or partial limb loss or absence. Prosthetists assess specific patient needs, formulate an appropriate treatment plan, implement the treatment plan and provide follow-up care.
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Quick Facts
- Taxonomy Code
- 224P00000X
- Grouping
- Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Classification
- Prosthetist
- National Providers
- 2,938
- Conditions Treated
- 0
Top States
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