COVID-19 Updates

While overall risk of catching the disease is low, health care professionals are at higher risk. APTA reminds PTs and PTAs to follow precautions for reducing the spread of infectious diseases — an important aspect of health care to be mindful of at all times, not just during periods of high risk.

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About APTA Home Health

The APTA Home Health Section is the leading national professional society of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and physical therapist students who practice or study in the setting of home-health care. We are 2,300-members strong, a component of the American Physical Therapy Association and the home of the Advanced Competency in Home Health Program. Join us!

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Advanced Competency in Home Health Certification Program 

APTA Home Health's Advanced Competency in Home Health program synthesizes current evidence-based practice and tailors it to the unique physical therapy setting of home health. This program enables home health agencies, outpatient practices that provide home care physical therapy, and individual clinicians to enhance efficacy and efficiency of treatment of their home health patients and clients.

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APTA 100 Years, 1921-2021

In 2021, the American Physical Therapy Association will celebrate 100 years as a member association—and launch our next century as the largest community for physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students. On this landmark occasion we want to embrace our rich history and generate momentum toward our exciting future. We want you to engage, celebrate, and serve, as we raise awareness about our great profession and enshrine a proud legacy for future generations.

 

CSM 2021 Will Be Virtual; Here's What To Expect

We are only in the early stages of planning, but already we know that CSM 2021 will provide outstanding educational content and research posters — programmed as always by our 18 sections and academies — with chances to engage with relevant vendors and each other.

CSM has become the definitive annual gathering for our profession. Our intention is that it remains so in 2021. In fact, by holding the event virtually we expect to generate participation from first-time attendees who can take advantage of the more inclusive format, and we hope that leads potential members to join our APTA community. We plan to use this as an opportunity to innovate and enhance the CSM experience for the future.

We will release more details about CSM 2021 in September and look forward to your participation!

  • If you made hotel reservations for CSM through MCI, APTA’s official housing vendor, your reservation will be canceled for you without penalty. No action is needed.
  • If you are a CSM 2021 speaker, you will be contacted soon about participating in our virtual event.
  • If you submitted an abstract for CSM 2021, those are being reviewed now, and digital posters will be part of the CSM 2021 experience.
  • If you are a vendor who planned to participate in Orlando or would like to participate in our virtual event, please contact our CSM exhibits and sponsorship team.
  • If you have any additional questions, please contact APTA member services. 
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Signing On To APTA Home Health's New Website!

If you haven't signed on yet, here’s what you need to know.

  • Your User ID is the email under which you joined APTA.
  • You’ll need to set up a Password. Go here to set/update your Password: https://aptahhs.memberclicks.net/login#/reset-password
  • Once your Password is set/updated, you can login to the website at homehealthsection.org
  • Let us know if you would like to receive the Quarterly Report electronically, or a printed, mailed version by completing this quick one question form (you must be logged in to access this form).

Once you sign into the new site, you’ll find a wealth of forums, discussion circles and more. We’ll be emailing you frequently about the newest resources, and we encourage your comments at [email protected].

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Membership Benefits

Home Health Section benefits grow as needs of our members change: 

  • Members-only website resources
  • Discussion circles
  • Discounts on section-sponsored continuing education, including seminars and audio conferences
  • Quarterly print publication, The Quarterly Report
  • E-news publication, House Call
  • Access to expertise in areas where you have questions or need support
  • Discounts on publications and resources
  • Advocacy with regulatory agencies and organizations for improvements in home health practice
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How to Join

APTA Home Health membership is restricted to members of APTA. You may join the Section when you join APTA or later. Questions: 800-999-2782, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-6:00 pm, ET, or at [email protected].

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Home Health Minute

Home Health Minute is the official podcast of APTA Home Health. It's free, and it features conversations that will keep you informed, engaged, and better able to serve your patients.

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Patient-Driven Groupings Model

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, or CMS, is implementing significant changes that will affect payment for home health services beginning in CY 2020. Included are the new Patient-Driven Groupings Model in home health and the Patient-Driven Payment Model in skilled nursing facilities.

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