AAPA

Virginia gubernatorial candidate speaks with PA students at Shenandoah University.

Federal Advocacy

AAPA speaks for the PA profession in Washington, D.C. A legislative agenda describes the issues related to health care quality and access, health care reform, patient safety and other topics of concern to the PA profession. AAPA members may participate in the Congressional Visit Program, which brings practicing PAs and PA students to the nation’s capital for appointments on Capitol Hill with their senators and representatives. Another opportunity to communicate with Congress is offered through Adventures in Lobbying, a biennial gathering of PAs and students with one day devoted to visits with members of Congress and congressional staff.

Legislative Action Center

Contact Members of Congress using the Legislative Action Center.

State Advocacy

AAPA works with state PA associations on laws and regulations affecting practice and patient care. Numerous resources are available, including issues of the state government affairs newsletter, Legislative Watch; self-assessment tools; questions and answers; and publications.

State Government and Licensing

Summaries of state laws and regulations are available, along with information on licensing requirements for new graduates, and documents on prescribing, scope of practice, supervision, and other issues.

Practice Resources

AAPA offers guidelines for ethical conduct, tools for practice and business arrangements, information on professional liability, practice in medical and surgical specialties and in facilities such as hospitals and nursing homes.

Reimbursement

AAPA has expertise and resources related to reimbursement for services provided by PAs. Information is available on Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance companies, state workers’ compensation programs, and TRICARE, as well as what to do in case claims are denied.

Clinical Issues

Definitions, AAPA policy, and links to other resources are provided for a variety of clinical topics. Information is also available on quality care and health information technology.