Taxonomy Code
Code:
222Z00000X
Type:
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification:
Orthotist
Specialization:
N/A
Level:
Level II - Classification
Definition:
A health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic patient care, including musculoskeletal and neuromuscular anomalies resulting from injuries or disease processes involving the lower extremity, upper extremity or spinal segment/s and positional deformation of the cranium. Orthotists assess specific patient needs, formulate an appropriate treatment plan, implement the treatment plan and provide follow-up care.
Version:
NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1