APTA Flashcards
APTA is a . . .
Professional organization representing PTs, PTAs & SPTs
APTA mission is . . .
Building a community that advances the profession of PT to improve the health of society
APTA vision is . . .
Transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience
APTA strategic plan 2022 - 2025 includes
Relevance
Stewardship
Quality
Value
Relevance
Increase member value & engagement
Stewardship
Foster long-term sustainability of the PT profession
Quality
Elevate the quality of care provided by PTs & PTAs
Value
Maximize stakeholder awareness of the value of PT
Leadership & governance breakdown
Members
Components :
- chapters (51)
- sections (18)
- assemblies
House of delicates
Board of directors
Movement system is:
Endocrine
Nervous
Cardiovascular
Pulmonary
Integumentary
Musculoskeletal
Federal advocacy priorities
Medicare policies & payment
Telehealth
Opioid epidemic
Education & workforce
Health information technology infrastructure
APTA Pennsylvania core purpose & mission:
To represent, advocate & advance the practice of PT in the commonwealth of PA
2020 vision
Unrestricted direct access
Recognized in the commonwealth
Providers of choice & leaders in the prevention of impairment
Wellness & restorative care of neuromusculoskeletal system
State advocacy priorities:
Direct access
Essential health benefits
Fair PT copays
Interstate licensure compact for PT
Referral for profit / POPTS
Scope of practice issues — dry needling
Term & title protection
Roles of the PT
Consultation
Education
Critical inquiry
Administration