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Prosthetists

Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Provider Healthcare Taxonomy Code 224P00000X

HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Prosthetists.

As of today, the following are the total number of Prosthetists nationally, in your state, and near your location.

Medicare

The following are the total number of Prosthetists who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.

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Select the State name above or from the HealthProviders DB App filter panel to show the list of Prosthetists by State. In addition, you can also narrow the list by City and more from the filter panel.

You can download the Prosthetists dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.

What do Prosthetists do?

Prosthetists are healthcare professionals who design, construct, and fit patients with prostheses, which are artificial devices that replace missing body parts like limbs. 

They evaluate a patient’s needs, create a custom device to meet those needs, and fit, test, and adjust the prosthesis to ensure it provides comfort, stability, and helps restore mobility. 

Responsibilities

Patient Evaluation: Conduct interviews and assessments to determine patients’ needs and the specific requirements for their artificial devices.

Design and Fabrication: Based on a physician’s prescription, design and create custom prosthetics, using materials to build the device.

Fitting and Adjustments: Fit the device on the patient, test its function and comfort, and make necessary adjustments.

Patient Instruction: Educate patients on the proper use and care of their new prosthesis.

Repair and Updates: Repair or update existing prosthetic devices to maintain their functionality.

Documentation: Keep detailed records of patient care and device history.

Patient-Centered Care: Work directly with patients, building a rapport and ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. 

Technical Expertise: Utilize skills in design, engineering, and anatomy to create functional and practical prostheses. 

Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare providers, such as physicians, to develop treatment plans. 

Why are they important

  • Prostheses are crucial for individuals who have experienced limb loss, as they help improve their quality of life, stability, and mobility. 
  • They help restore normal human locomotion and function as closely as possible, allowing patients to regain independence and comfort.