226300000XCurrent NUCC CodeIndividual Providers

Kinesiotherapist Providers

Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers → Kinesiotherapist

646 active providers in NPISignal’s imported NPPES dataset report this code as their primary taxonomy.

NUCC Definition

Taxonomy code: 226300000X
Grouping: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Kinesiotherapist
NUCC display name: Kinesiotherapist

A provider trained and educated in the applied science of medically prescribed therapeutic exercise, education and adapted physical activities designed to improve the quality of line and health of adults and children by developing physical fitness, increasing mobility and independence, and improving psychosocial behavior. The kinesiotherapist seeks a coach-player relationship in which he/she helps the patient/client reach the goal of becoming an independent, self-sustaining person. Kinesiotherapists, as compared with physical therapists, put more emphasis on geriatric care, reconditioning and fitness, and psychiatric care. A large percentage of kinesiotherapists practice in Veterans Administration hospitals.

NUCC Source Notes

Source: The Kinesiotherapy Association.

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