Browse respiratory therapists in Florida.
302
Respiratory Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
45%
Most common: RRT
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Florida has 302 licensed respiratory therapists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is RRT (45%), which stands for Registered Respiratory Therapist. CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) is the second most common at 24%.
University of Florida College of Medicine and University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine train respiratory therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville, Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston, and Tampa General Hospital. Health systems such as AdventHealth, Baptist Health South Florida, and UF Health employ many of the state's respiratory therapists.
Patients with Florida Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all respiratory therapists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include centene, molina, and qhp-44228.
Florida has one of the largest populations of Medicare beneficiaries in the country due to its large senior population.
Florida has 302 licensed respiratory therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of respiratory therapists in Florida are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among respiratory therapists in Florida include centene, molina, and qhp-44228. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A pulmonary function test copay is $30 to $75. A pulmonary rehab session copay is $20 to $50. Home oxygen setup is covered under DME. A CPAP machine costs $0 to $200 after insurance. A nebulizer costs $0 to $50 after insurance. Actual costs in Florida depend on the provider and your insurance plan. CPAP supplies (masks, tubing, filters) are covered on a replacement schedule by most plans. Ask your DME provider what is covered and when. Pulmonary rehabilitation is one of the most cost-effective treatments for COPD.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Florida has 302 respiratory therapists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
RRT stands for Registered Respiratory Therapist and CRT stands for Certified Respiratory Therapist. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Florida, 45% hold the RRT credential and 24% hold CRT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
Some respiratory therapists in Florida accept Florida Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary respiratory therapy services, including pulmonary rehabilitation, home oxygen, and CPAP. Coverage details vary by state. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Florida Medicaid participation before scheduling.
In hospitals, RTs visit as frequently as every two to four hours for breathing treatments. Pulmonary rehabilitation runs two to three times per week for six to twelve weeks. Home oxygen and CPAP follow-ups are periodic (monthly to quarterly). Pulmonary function tests are done as ordered by your physician. With 302 respiratory therapists in Florida, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in Florida include centene, molina, and qhp-44228.
Inpatient respiratory therapy is covered as part of your hospital stay. Outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation is covered by Medicare (up to 36 sessions with possible extension to 72) and most commercial plans with prior authorization. Home oxygen therapy and CPAP/BiPAP machines are covered under durable medical equipment (DME) benefits when prescribed. Medicare covers 80% of the approved amount for DME after the deductible. Replacement CPAP supplies (masks, tubing) are covered on a schedule. Pulmonary function tests are covered as diagnostic procedures.