Taxonomy Code 226300000X
Kinesiotherapist
Taxonomy Code Details
- Taxonomy Code:
- 226300000X
- Grouping:
- Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
- Classification:
- Kinesiotherapist
- Code Level:
- Level II - Classification
- Definition:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Source: The Kinesiotherapy Association.
- Version:
- NUCC Provider Taxonomy Version 25.0
- Last Updated:
- January 01, 2025
- Code Navigator:
The code 226300000X is the health care provider taxonomy code for kinesiotherapist grouped under respiratory, developmental, rehabilitative and restorative service providers. NPI records indicate a total of 787 registered providers whose primary or secondary taxonomy code is kinesiotherapist of which 348 are registered as females, 373 registered as males and 66 are organizations.
226300000X is a Level II - Classification taxonomy code used to describe a health care provider service or occupation related to the Provider Grouping. Taxonomy codes are self-selected by the health care provider. Their specialty is defined based on their education level and training. Taxonomy codes do not specify the actual services rendered by the health care provider.
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