Browse respiratory therapists in Oklahoma.
30
Respiratory Therapists
100%
Accepting patients
37%
Most common: CRT
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Oklahoma has 30 licensed respiratory therapists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is CRT (37%), which stands for Certified Respiratory Therapist. RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) is the second most common at 23%.
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine train respiratory therapists in the state. Notable hospitals include OU Medical Center, INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center, and Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa. Health systems such as INTEGRIS Health, OU Health, and SSM Health Oklahoma employ many of the state's respiratory therapists.
Patients with SoonerCare should verify coverage directly, as not all respiratory therapists participate.
Oklahoma ranks among the states with the highest rates of obesity and related chronic conditions.
Oklahoma has 30 licensed respiratory therapists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of respiratory therapists in Oklahoma are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
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 Oklahoma 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. Oklahoma has 30 respiratory therapists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
CRT stands for Certified Respiratory Therapist and RRT stands for Registered Respiratory Therapist. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Oklahoma, 37% hold the CRT credential and 23% hold RRT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
Some respiratory therapists in Oklahoma accept SoonerCare, 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 SoonerCare 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 30 respiratory therapists in Oklahoma, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Respiratory Therapists in the area may have trained at University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, and Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
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.