Geriatric Physical Therapist Taxonomy Code: 2251G0304X

The taxonomy code for Geriatric Physical Therapist is 2251G0304X. 2,241 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.

Definition

Grouping
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Physical Therapist
Specialization
Geriatrics
Code
2251G0304X

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in the comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and evidence-based management of movement in aging adults. This includes, but is not limited to, specialized knowledge in and consideration of normal age-related changes and pathological manifestations across all systems; cognition and mental health; polypharmacy; fall risk mitigation; bone health; healthy and active aging, and socioeconomic and health policy issues affecting aging adults. The geriatric physical therapist is an integral part of the interdisciplinary geriatric team and serves as an advocate for the highest level of well-being for the older adult.

Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Geriatric Physical Therapist providers by state

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How taxonomy codes are used

Providers choose one or more taxonomy codes when they apply for an NPI, and mark one as primary. Payers use the taxonomy on claims and enrollment to match the provider type and specialty, so the code on the claim should match the taxonomy on the NPPES record.