2279P3800X — Palliative/Hospice Registered Respiratory Therapist

2279P3800X is the NUCC provider taxonomy code for Palliative/Hospice Registered Respiratory Therapist, a specialization within Respiratory Therapist, Registered (individual providers). 2 providers in our latest NPPES snapshot list it as their primary taxonomy.

Taxonomy code 2279P3800X
Display name Palliative/Hospice Registered Respiratory Therapist
Grouping Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization Palliative/Hospice
Section Individual
Directory Respiratory Therapist, Registered provider directory

Definition

A coordinated plan of care to help dying patients and their families handle the burden of terminal care. Effective secretion management and relief of dyspnea are paramount in caring for patients with end-stage pulmonary disease.

Definition from the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does taxonomy code 2279P3800X mean?
2279P3800X is the NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code for Palliative/Hospice Registered Respiratory Therapist, a specialization of Respiratory Therapist, Registered 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 2279P3800X?
Browse the Respiratory Therapist, Registered directory, or use the NPI search and filter by state.

Source: CMS NPPES (public data). Snapshot 2026-07-09.