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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Celebrating Our Centennial
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. 

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

APTA has announced that CSM 2021 will be transitioned to a virtual event and take place February 1-28, 2021. This decision was made in the interest of participant health and safety. For details, please see the full notice posted by APTA.

Registration will open November 12, 2020 (subject to change).

What To Expect
APTA is actively developing this virtual experience, but you can expect:

  • On-demand continuing education sessions, programmed by our 18 specialty sections.
  • Select live programming throughout the month of February 2021, including special lectures and speaker Q&As.
  • Digital posters featuring audio narration by presenters.
  • Interactive chat functionality for on-demand sessions and digital posters over the duration of the conference.
  • Unlimited access for low prices.
  • Additional events, meetings, and engagement opportunities.
CSM 2021 Website

 If you have any additional questions, please contact APTA member services. 

 

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.

WHERE TO LISTEN

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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