226000000X — Recreational Therapist Assistant
226000000X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Recreational Therapist Assistant (individual providers). 151 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.
| Taxonomy code | 226000000X |
|---|---|
| Display name | Recreational Therapist Assistant |
| Grouping | Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers |
| Classification | Recreational Therapist Assistant |
| Section | Individual |
| Directory | Recreational Therapist Assistant provider directory |
Definition
Recreational Therapist Assistants work in support of or assistant to Recreational Therapists treating patients with disabilities, injuries, and illnesses. Recreational Therapist Assistants work in a variety of settings providing treatments using recreational activities, including games, sports, and crafts.
Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
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Frequently asked questions
What does taxonomy code 226000000X mean?
226000000X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Recreational Therapist Assistant in the "Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers" grouping. It classifies individual providers.
Where is the taxonomy code used?
Providers select a taxonomy code when applying for an NPI, and it appears on insurance claims (CMS-1500 box 33b / 837 electronic claims) to identify the provider's classification. Payers may require the taxonomy that matches your credential and license.
How do I find providers with taxonomy 226000000X?
Browse the Recreational Therapist Assistant directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.
Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.