Respiratory Therapists Survey 2008

Attention Respiratory Therapists!
Here's your chance to tell Respiratory Management what's on your mind! Sound off on what HME industry topics are most important to an RT and provide feedback on compliance. Help us build a profile of today's respiratory therapists, with information on job responsibilities and your role in equipment purchases.

1) What is your location in the United States?

East
West
MidWest
Northeast
South
Not in the U.S.

2) Are you in an area that will be impacted by competitive bidding?

Yes
No
Unsure

3) What certifications do you possess? Check all that apply.

CRT
RRT
CPFT
RPFT
Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist
AE-C
Other, please specify:

4) Which organizations/associations do you belong to? Check all that apply.

AARC
AASM
APSS
AAHomecare
State DME association
Regional DME association
State respiratory care board
Other, please specify:

5) What do you think is the biggest industry challenge facing respiratory therapists today?

Competitive bidding
Caps on oxygen rental equipment
Lack of understanding regarding home care's role in health care
Lack of reimbursement for home respiratory therapy services
Lack of certification for home respiratory therapists
Need for respiratory therapists
Other, please specify: