Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S.
Board Certified:
National Board for Respiratory Care
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care, Marshall University
Services:
Pulmonary Care
Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S. is an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist who joined Southern West Virginia Health System in 2015. Since then, she has been dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of patients across the region by expanding local access to pulmonary care in southern West Virginia.
Brandi is a graduate of Marshall University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care with honors. Her strong academic foundation and clinical training have shaped her commitment to delivering high-quality respiratory care to patients with chronic and acute pulmonary needs.
Brandi leads the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Lincoln Primary Care Center. She is National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Certified for Spirometry Testing and is also certified to conduct Respirator Fit Testing. Brandi supports patients throughout their respiratory care journey, including helping individuals qualify for supplemental oxygen through six-minute walk testing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
RRT stands for Registered Respiratory Therapist. It means the provider has completed an accredited respiratory care program, passed national board examinations, and is licensed to evaluate and treat conditions that affect breathing and lung function. A Registered Respiratory Therapist can perform advanced pulmonary testing, deliver therapeutic treatments, educate patients on managing chronic lung disease, and support physicians in providing coordinated, high quality respiratory care.
CPFT stands for Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist. This credential is earned by completing a specialized national examination that demonstrates advanced knowledge and skill in performing pulmonary function tests. A CPFT is qualified to conduct complex lung assessments, interpret test results, and help providers diagnose breathing disorders with accuracy and precision.
Respiratory care is a specialized field focused on helping people who have conditions that affect their breathing or lung function. Respiratory care professionals evaluate, treat, and support patients with a wide range of respiratory issues, from chronic lung diseases to acute breathing emergencies. They perform diagnostic tests like pulmonary function testing, provide treatments to improve lung function, educate patients on managing their conditions, and work alongside other medical providers to help patients breathe easier and live healthier lives.
Pulmonary Function Testing is a non-invasive test that measures how much air you can breathe in and out, how quickly you can exhale, and how well your lungs are working overall.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a supervised education and exercise program designed to help patients with chronic breathing problems return to a healthier and more active life. This 12-week program supports individuals with conditions such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, COPD, and Black Lung Disease.
This test measures how much air you inhale and exhale and how quickly you can blow air out. NIOSH Certified spirometry testing is an important tool for occupational respiratory health and can help determine whether a worker has a respiratory impairment.
A fit test checks whether a respirator fits properly and provides effective protection. Respirators are used to prevent inhalation of airborne contaminants, so a proper fit is essential for safety.
A referral from your primary care provider is required. We accept referrals from both SWVHS providers and outside clinicians. If you have questions, call 304-824-5806 ext. 1276 to speak with a member of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation team.
We accept most in-state insurance plans, including major providers like Medicare, Medicaid, and many commercial carriers. If you're unsure whether your plan is in-network, feel free to call our billing office at 304-824-5860. We're happy to help check your coverage.
Locations of Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S.
Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S.
Board Certified:
National Board for Respiratory Care
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care, Marshall University
Services:
Pulmonary Care
Locations of Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S.
Brandi Bell, RRT, CPFT, B.S. is an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist who joined Southern West Virginia Health System in 2015. Since then, she has been dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of patients across the region by expanding local access to pulmonary care in southern West Virginia.
Brandi is a graduate of Marshall University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care with honors. Her strong academic foundation and clinical training have shaped her commitment to delivering high-quality respiratory care to patients with chronic and acute pulmonary needs.
Brandi leads the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Lincoln Primary Care Center. She is National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Certified for Spirometry Testing and is also certified to conduct Respirator Fit Testing. Brandi supports patients throughout their respiratory care journey, including helping individuals qualify for supplemental oxygen through six-minute walk testing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
RRT stands for Registered Respiratory Therapist. It means the provider has completed an accredited respiratory care program, passed national board examinations, and is licensed to evaluate and treat conditions that affect breathing and lung function. A Registered Respiratory Therapist can perform advanced pulmonary testing, deliver therapeutic treatments, educate patients on managing chronic lung disease, and support physicians in providing coordinated, high quality respiratory care.
CPFT stands for Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist. This credential is earned by completing a specialized national examination that demonstrates advanced knowledge and skill in performing pulmonary function tests. A CPFT is qualified to conduct complex lung assessments, interpret test results, and help providers diagnose breathing disorders with accuracy and precision.
Respiratory care is a specialized field focused on helping people who have conditions that affect their breathing or lung function. Respiratory care professionals evaluate, treat, and support patients with a wide range of respiratory issues, from chronic lung diseases to acute breathing emergencies. They perform diagnostic tests like pulmonary function testing, provide treatments to improve lung function, educate patients on managing their conditions, and work alongside other medical providers to help patients breathe easier and live healthier lives.
Pulmonary Function Testing is a non-invasive test that measures how much air you can breathe in and out, how quickly you can exhale, and how well your lungs are working overall.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a supervised education and exercise program designed to help patients with chronic breathing problems return to a healthier and more active life. This 12-week program supports individuals with conditions such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, COPD, and Black Lung Disease.
This test measures how much air you inhale and exhale and how quickly you can blow air out. NIOSH Certified spirometry testing is an important tool for occupational respiratory health and can help determine whether a worker has a respiratory impairment.
A fit test checks whether a respirator fits properly and provides effective protection. Respirators are used to prevent inhalation of airborne contaminants, so a proper fit is essential for safety.
A referral from your primary care provider is required. We accept referrals from both SWVHS providers and outside clinicians. If you have questions, call 304-824-5806 ext. 1276 to speak with a member of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation team.
We accept most in-state insurance plans, including major providers like Medicare, Medicaid, and many commercial carriers. If you're unsure whether your plan is in-network, feel free to call our billing office at 304-824-5860. We're happy to help check your coverage.
