Referral Process

To enroll into our individualized Pulmonary Rehabilitation program, you will need a referral for Pulmonary Rehabilitation from your physician. We would be happy to assist you in obtaining that referral.

Qualifying conditions include the following:

  • Acceptable diagnosis include but not limited to breathing issues due to COVID-19,  COPD, emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pulmonary fibrosis and other such lung diseases.
  • Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) revealing Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV1), or Diffusing Capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO) uncorrected for volume less than 70% of predicted normal within one year prior to initiating Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services.
  • Exhibits disabling symptoms which significantly impair the patient’s level of functioning.
  • Expectations of measurable improvement in a reasonable and predictable time frame.
  • Physically able, motivated, and willing to participate in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services.

Others that may benefit from the exercise:

  • Stable cardiac
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Other autoimmune diseases affecting the lungs