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Certified Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service ProvidersRespiratory Therapist, Certified
1,867 providers nationally227800000X

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.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
227800000X
Grouping
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Respiratory Therapist, Certified
National Providers
1,867
Conditions Treated
0

Top States

CA420 providers
FL234 providers
NC126 providers
TX111 providers
AZ92 providers
NV71 providers
TN63 providers
GA54 providers
NY49 providers
IL42 providers

Specialty data is derived from the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Provider counts are approximate and reflect NPI registry data. Always verify provider credentials independently.

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