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Geriatrics (Physical Therapist)

There are 2,241 active geriatrics (physical therapist) providers in the United States, distributed across 53 states. 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 The directory pages currently published below cover 3 states.

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About geriatrics (physical therapist)

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.

Definition source: NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy.

Frequently asked

What does a physical therapist provider do?

Physical Therapist providers are healthcare professionals classified under the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Refer to the NUCC taxonomy definitions and your state licensing board for scope of practice details.

How do I verify a physical therapist provider's NPI?

Every NPI on Praxis MD has a verifiable record in the official CMS NPPES registry. Open NPPES to confirm, then check the issuing state board for current license status.

How current is this data?

Each page shows the CMS NPPES source snapshot date used to build it. Use the linked CMS record when you need the latest source entry.

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