Search our database by NPI number

Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers | Respiratory Therapist, Certified in Tennessee

DefinitionA 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.
GroupingRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
ClassificationRespiratory Therapist, Certified

Related specializations

TitleSpecialization
2278C0205XCritical Care
2278E0002XEmergency Care
2278E1000XEducational
2278G0305XGeriatric Care
2278G1100XGeneral Care
2278H0200XHome Health
2278P1004XPulmonary Diagnostics
2278P1005XPulmonary Rehabilitation
2278P1006XPulmonary Function Technologist
2278P3800XPalliative/Hospice
2278P3900XNeonatal/Pediatrics
2278P4000XPatient Transport
2278S1500XSNF/Subacute Care