Mpta Hod Surveyresults2014

MPTASurveytomembershiponHouseofDelegatesMotions

May2014

A survey was conducted by MPTA members (PTs, PTAs) to gain their feedback on motions to come before the

2014 APTA House of Delegates. This survey was conducted by email announcement and online survey in May

2014. These results are available to all membership and were sent out via an e‐news update to membership at

the end of the survey. Questions may be directed to Cam Williams, MPTA Chief Delegates 2014 at

[email protected] .

Email that had gone out to introduce the survey: MPTA House of Delegates Survey:

The APTA House of Delegates is the highest policy making body of the profession of physical therapy. The House

meets annually for 3 successive days each spring, during which time delegates make decisions on issues that may

have far‐reaching implications for the association and for the profession of physical therapy. Each year, the MPTA

sends 13 delegates to the APTA House of Delegates to help determine the focus and scope of the profession of

physical therapy. This year the House of Delegates will be in Charlotte, North Carolina June 8‐11. The Michigan

Delegation is interested in your thoughts and feedback about the concepts of the motions. Please take the time to

complete this survey to share your thoughts with your MPTA representatives. It is estimated that this survey

should take approximately 20 minutes. You may wish to examine the motions in Packet 1 on the APTA House of

Delegates web page prior to taking the survey as all the motion language is not included in the survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/X6NS628

The Michigan Delegates to the APTA and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association thank you for your time and

efforts in providing your thoughts and opinions to help guide our profession for the future. Please remember the

best way you can support your profession is to remain a lifetime member of the APTA and encourage your

colleagues to become members as well.

For further information, please contact Cam Williams, Chief Delegate at [email protected] or visit

http://communities.apta.org/communities/HoD/Pages/Default.aspx (requires member log in)

For the results of the 2014 House of Delegates, please look to the Fall Shorelines, visit www.apta.org/HOD, or

attend the MPTA Fall Membership Meeting and House of Delegates meeting at the Radisson Plaza in Kalamazoo,

MI October 24‐25, 2014.

Sincerely,

The Michigan Delegates to the APTA House of Delegates

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APTA House of Delegates Survey 2014 Michigan

1. RC 1-14 AMENDS: STANDING RULE, 21. DEFINITION OF ASSOCIATION VIEWPOINTS AND

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTIVES Summary: This RC identifies the binding documents of the

association and uses the terminology of policy and procedure as consistent terminology

for non-binding principles or positions that guide decision making. It drops the terms

Association Viewpoints and Association Administrative Directives. The purpose of

codifying statements adopted by the House of Delegates and Board of Directors, the APTA

Secretary shall use the following definitions: (1) Binding documents: Violation may subject

an APTA member to revocation of membership. The following are binding documents: *

Code of Ethics for the Physical Therapist * Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical

Therapist Assistant (2) Policy: A high-level principle or position that guides decision-making

and action (3) Procedure: Steps required to achieve a result

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Yes I am in favor of this motion 81.0% 47

No, I am not in favor of this motion 1.7% 1

I am not sure 15.5% 9

I need more information 1.7% 1

Comments, concerns, or proposed amendments

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answered question 58

skipped question 2

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2. RC 2-14 RESCINDS: COVER THE UNINSURED CAMPAIGN: AWARENESS AND PROMOTION

Summary: This campaign closed in June 2011. Furthermore the Affordable Care Act has

rendered it mute.

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skipped question 8

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3. RC 3-14 AMEND: PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR

DELIVERY OF CARE, PROVISO TO RESOLVED CLAUSE (HOD P06-12-06-08) Summary: This

RC contains a more fully defined proviso to PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DELIVERY OF CARE (HOD P06-12-06-08) to more clearly state when

this policy would be enacted as follows: ...shall not become the position of APTA until it is

ratified by the House of Delegates (House) after the House reviews an assessment of the

implications of the intended and possible unintended consequences of implementation of

this position for current and future initiatives in education, practice, payment, regulation,

and research. These implications include time estimates, benefits, risks, and financial

impact on both the association and the profession. A report will be provided to the House of

Delegates no later than December 2015.

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4. RC 4-14 AMEND: PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR

DELIVERY OF CARE, RESOLVED CLAUSE (HOD P06-12-06-08) Summary: This motion adds

clarity to support personnel naming the PTA as the primary assistive personnel. It also

includes language that recognized support personnel may perform interventions and

selected tests and measures within the examination and intervention components of the

patient/client management model. And finally, it uses language “meets the needs of the

consumer” for example that emphasizes the external community. This is consistent with

the new APTA Vision statement. New clauses added to Physical Therapist Responsibility

and Accountability for the Delivery of Care (HOD P06-12-06-08), as follows: Resolved, That

the American Physical Therapy Association recognizes that to meet the needs of society in

an evolving health care environment, the physical therapist may practice as part of a

collaborative interprofessional model of care that meets the needs of the consumer; and,

Resolved, That the American Physical Therapy Association recognizes that physical

therapy is provided by, or under the direction and supervision of, a physical therapist. The

primary recognized assistive personnel of the physical therapist is the physical therapist

assistant. Other recognized assistive personnel may include licensed or otherwise state-

regulated providers of care whose competence has been confirmed by the responsible

physical therapist. Recognized assistive personnel may perform interventions and selected

tests and measures within the examination and intervention components of the

patient/client management model. The other elements of the patient/client management

model - evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and outcomes - remain the sole responsibility of

the physical therapist.

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5. RC 5-14 AMEND: ACCESS TO, ADMISSION TO, AND PATIENT/CLIENT RIGHTS WITHIN

PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES (HOD P06-03-16-13) Summary: The RC adds the terminology

of sex, gender identity, and gender expression to existing policy. That Access to,

Admission to, and Patient/Client Rights Within Physical Therapy Services (HOD P06-03-16-

13), second paragraph, first sentence, be amended by striking out the word “gender” after

the word “color” and inserting the words “sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression”

so that it would read: The physical therapist shall ensure services regardless of race,

creed, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national or ethnic origin,

sexual orientation, disability, or health status. The physical therapist respects the rights of

individuals referred or admitted to the physical therapy service. The individual referred or

admitted to the physical therapy service has rights, which include but are not limited to: (for

individual rights see ACCESS TO, ADMISSION TO, AND PATIENT/CLIENT RIGHTS WITHIN

PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES (HOD P06-03-16-13))

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6. RC 6-14 AMEND: NON-DISCRIMINATION (HOD Y06-98-14-06) Summary: This RC adds the

terminology of gender identity and gender expression to existing policy. That Non-

discrimination (HOD Y06-98-14-06), first paragraph, be amended by inserting the words

“gender identity, gender expression” after the word “gender” so that it would read: The

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) prohibits preferential or adverse

discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender

expression, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability or health status in all

areas including, but not limited to, its qualifications for membership, rights of members,

policies, programs, activities, and employment practices.

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7. RC 7-14 AMEND: ENTRY POINT INTO HEALTH CARE (HOD P06-02-23-45) Summary: This

motion amends language to ENTRY POINT INTO HEALTH CARE. That Entry Point Into Health

Care (HOD P06-02-23-45) be amended by substitution: The American Physical Therapy

Association supports physical therapists as entry point providers of primary care services.

Physical therapists provide a broad range of services to optimize movement, including

screening, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, coordination of

care, and, when indicated, referral to other providers.

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8. RC 8-14 ADOPT: TELEHEALTH Summary: This motion identifies Telehealth as an

appropriate method to provide physical therapy services. TELEHEALTH …Resolved, It is the

position of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) that telehealth is an

appropriate model of service delivery for the profession of physical therapy when provided

in a manner consistent with association positions, standards, guidelines, policies,

procedures, Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy, Code of Ethics for the Physical

Therapist, Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant, the Guide to

Physical Therapist Practice, and APTA Telehealth Definitions and Guidelines; as well as

federal, state, and local regulations.

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9. RC 9-14 PURSUIT OF DPT AS REGULATORY DESIGNATION OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Summary: This motion promotes actions to standardize the regulatory designation of

physical therapists across all jurisdictions to the DPT. That the American Physical Therapy

Association pursue a uniform change in the regulatory designation of physical therapists in

all states to “DPT” by the year 2020.

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No, I am not in favor of this

motion40.0% 18




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skipped question 15

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10. RC 10-14 CONSUMER PROTECTION THROUGH LICENSURE OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

AND PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANTS Summary: Consumer Protection Through PT and

PTA Licensure has 2 parts-Part A Minimum Qualifications for License or Regulation, Part B

item to rescind a selection of positions that would be mute if passed. Part A It is the

position of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) that licensure of physical

therapists and licensure or certification of physical therapist assistants is required in and

by all United States jurisdictions to achieve public protection and consumer transparency

for individuals who access physical therapist services…… Part B That the following

positions be rescinded: • Consumer Protection in the Provision of Physical Therapy

Services: Qualifications of Persons Providing Physical Therapy Services (HOD P06-01-20-

20) • Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure/Regulation (HOD P05-

07-09-10) • Foreign-Educated Physical Therapist: Substantial Equivalence for Licensure

Eligibility (HOD P06-03-26-24) • Designation “PT,” “PTA,” “SPT,” and “SPTA” (HOD P06-03-

17-14) • Protection of Term, Title, and Designation (HOD P06-03-18-15) • Use of the Title

“Doctor” by Physical Therapists (HOD P06-06-21-14) • Licensure: Expedited Licensure or

Qualified Exemption (HOD P06-10-10-12) • Temporary Exemptions in State Licensure in the

Case of Declared Disaster or Emergency (HOD P06-11-21-20) • Licensure Renewal:

Continuing Education (HOD P06-09-26-09) • Institutional Licensure (HOD P06-73-31-38) •

Temporary Jurisdictional Licensure and Credentialing (HOD P06-96-26-40)

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11. RC 11-14 MEMBERSHIP VALUE FOR THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT Summary:

This motion charges the BoD to develop a plan to increase the value of membership to the

APTA for PTAs. That the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) create a plan for

increasing the value of APTA membership for the physical therapist assistant (PTA) and

present the plan to the 2015 House of Delegates by December 2014. Such a plan shall

include at least the following: • Designated positions on the APTA Board of Directors for

PTA members • Eligibility of PTA members to serve on the APTA Board of Directors

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12. RC 12-14 ADOPT: PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPIST PROFESSIONAL

EDUCATION Summary: This RC identifies faculty and clinical site issues to promote

sustained and future excellence in physical therapist education. To sustain present and

promote future excellence in physical therapist education, APTA recommends adoption

and implementation of the following practices: 1. That physical therapists with an interest

in teaching in physical therapist entry-level programs seek advanced terminal degrees and

other credentials and experiences that qualify them to become faculty members. 2. That

people qualified to serve as program directors do so only when the program has adequate

resources and a commitment to innovation and excellence. 3. That people qualified to

serve as faculty members do so only when the program has adequate resources and a

commitment to innovation and excellence. 4. That clinical sites be creative in how they

provide clinical education experiences and commit to providing resources for clinical

education experiences only when the academic program commits to excellence in

education and ongoing improvement and when the program’s students meet the standards

for clinical performance. 5. That the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy

Education (CAPTE) make the criteria for existing programs, expansion of existing

programs, and candidate for accreditation status for new programs more stringent to

reflect the needs for qualified faculty and program directors, access to sufficient clinical

education sites, and adequate infrastructure (eg, physical, fiscal, and personnel); and the

current and emerging needs of society.

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13. RC 13-14 BEST PRACTICE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPIST CLINICAL EDUCATION Summary:

This motion charges the APTA Board of Directors to examine and report back on “Best

Practice in Physical Therapist Clinical Education.” That the American Physical Therapy

Association, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, identify best practice for physical

therapist clinical education, from professional level through postgraduate clinical training,

and propose potential courses of action for a doctoring profession to move toward practice

that best meets the evolving needs of society with a report to the 2017 House of Delegates.

This effort shall include but not be limited to the examination of: • Current models of

physical therapist clinical education from professional level through postgraduate clinical

training • Mandatory postgraduate clinical training • Stages of licensure • Findings from

related studies and conferences • Models and studies of clinical education in other health

care professions

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14. RC 14-14 ADOPT: DEFINITION OF AN UNDERREPRESENTED MINORITY IN PHYSICAL

THERAPY EDUCATION Summary: This RC defines “underrepresented” populations in PT

education. The American Physical Therapy Association defines "Underrepresented” in

physical therapy education as the racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented

in physical therapy education relative to their numbers in the general population, as well as

individuals from geographically underrepresented areas, lower economic strata, and

educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.

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15. RC 15-14 MEMBERSHIP RETENTION OF EARLY-CAREER INDIVIDUALS Summary: This

motion charges the APTA BoD to develop a plan for “early career retention.” That the

American Physical Therapy Association develop and implement a comprehensive plan to

foster engagement, stimulate grassroots activity, and increase membership retention of

early-career individuals. The plan shall be based on a thorough review of previous and

current component efforts, data from membership statistics on early-career engagement

and retention, results of similar efforts in other professional organizations, and any other

relevant information. The plan shall be developed in collaboration with relevant

stakeholders. The plan and implementation status shall be reported to the 2016 House of

Delegates.

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16. RC 16-14 APTA WHITE PAPER ON PHYSICAL THERAPIST PRODUCTIVITY Summary: This

RC charges the APTA BoD to develop a white paper concerning physical therapist

productivity. That the American Physical Therapy Association develop a white paper to

comprehensively address physical therapist productivity in the context of budget

pressures, health care reform, and complex organizational dynamics within health care

institutions.

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17. RC 17-14 ADOPT: PHYSICAL THERAPISTS QUALIFIED TO DETERMINE MOBILITY STATUS

FOR PATIENTS AND CLIENTS APPLYING FOR DISABILITY PLACARDS OR LICENSE PLATES

Summary: This motion promotes the inclusion of the physical therapist in state law as a

qualified individual to determine the mobility status of a patient or client for the purposes of

disability parking placards and license plates. The American Physical Therapy Association

supports increased consumer access to mobility status certification. As movement

experts, physical therapists should be included in state law among the health care

professionals designated as able to determine the mobility status of a patient or client for

the purposes of disability parking placards and license plates.

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18. RC 18-14 ADOPT: ENDORSEMENT OF INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

COLLABORATIVE CORE COMPETENCIES1 Summary: This RC seeks endorsement of

Interprofessional education Collaborative Core Competencies. (Note: The language in

brackets is the only language open to amendment.) [APTA encourages team-based

interprofessional education and collaborative practice by endorsing the 4 Interprofessional

Education Collaborative (IPEC)* Core Competency1 domains and their respective general

competency statement. APTA and its members will endeavor to integrate these IPEC core

competencies into practice and education initiatives, where feasible:] • Competency 1:

Values/Ethics for Interprofessional Practice: Work with individuals of other professions to

maintain a climate of mutual respect and shared values. • Competency 2:

Roles/Responsibilities: Use the knowledge of one’s own role and those of other professions

to appropriately assess and address the healthcare needs of the patients and populations

served. • Competency 3: Interprofessional Communication: Communicate with patients,

families, communities, and other health professionals in a responsive and responsible

manner that supports a team approach to the maintenance of health and the treatment of

disease. • Competency 4: Teams and Teamwork: Apply relationship-building values and the

principles of team dynamics to perform effectively in different team roles to plan and

deliver patient-/population-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and

equitable. *As of the date of this position’s adoption, the Interprofessional Education

Collaborative (IPEC) consists of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN),

the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), the American

Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), the American Dental Education Association

(ADEA), the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), and the Association of

Schools of Public Health (ASPH).

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19. RC 19-14 ELECTION TO HONORARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY

ASSOCIATION: MICHAEL J. AXE, MD Summary: This motion seeks Honorary membership for

Dr. Michael J. Axe who has made significant contributions to the science and practice of

physical therapy. …Resolved, That Michael J. Axe, MD, be elected as an Honorary Member

of the American Physical Therapy Association.

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20. RC 20-14 AMEND: BYLAWS OF THE AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION,

ARTICLE VIII., HOUSE OF DELEGATES, SECTION 4: NONVOTING DELEGATES Summary: This

RC is a Bylaw amendment to allow PT or PTA students serving on the student assembly

that graduate before the house to serve on the student assembly until the close of the

house. That Bylaws of the American Physical Therapy Association, Article VIII., House of

Delegates, Section 4: Nonvoting Delegates, A. Qualifications of Nonvoting Delegates, (3), be

amended by adding a paragraph, so that it would read: ARTICLE VIII. HOUSE OF DELEGATES

Section 4: Nonvoting Delegates The nonvoting delegates of the House of Delegates shall be

the section delegates, PTA Caucus delegates, Student Assembly delegates, and the

members of the Board of Directors. A. Qualifications of Nonvoting Delegates * * * (3)

Student Assembly delegates: Only Student Physical Therapist and Student Physical

Therapist Assistant members who have been Association members in good standing for

the 4 months immediately preceding the start of the House session may serve as Student

Assembly delegates. For the purposes of this subparagraph (3), members who have

converted under Article XI, Section 3, from Student Physical Therapist to Physical Therapist

or from Student Physical Therapist Assistant to Physical Therapist Assistant shall be

deemed members of the Student Assembly until the close of the House of Delegates

meeting immediately following the date of graduation and shall be eligible to serve as

Student Assembly delegates during that period.

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Comments, concerns, or proposed amendments 0


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21. RC 21-14 EFFORTS TO CURB FRAUD AND ABUSE Summary: This motion charges the

board to increase efforts in the area of fraud and abuse. That the American Physical

Therapy Association continue efforts to curb the incidence of fraud and abuse committed

by physical therapists. Efforts may include but are not limited to the following: •

Collaboration with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) •

Amendment to or creation of APTA positions, standards, guidelines, policies, and

procedures to clearly delineate the association’s stance on these issues, for presentation

to the 2015 House of Delegates • Development of educational resources specific to fraud

and abuse issues for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant programs •

Evaluation of the strategies APTA adopts to curb fraud and abuse within the profession

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skipped question 15

22. Do you have any other comments, questions, or concerns?

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answered question 4

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Page 1, Q1. RC 1-14 AMENDS: STANDING RULE, 21. DEFINITION OF ASSOCIATION VIEWPOINTS ANDADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTIVES

Summary: This RC identifies the binding documents of the association and uses the terminology of policy andprocedure as consistent terminology for non-binding principles or positions that gui...

1 I am reluctant to sign off on a Procedure without the opportunity to review thatprocedure.

May 15, 2014 8:52 AM

Page 2, Q2. RC 2-14 RESCINDS: COVER THE UNINSURED CAMPAIGN: AWARENESS AND PROMOTION

Summary: This campaign closed in June 2011. Furthermore the Affordable Care Act has rendered it mute.

1 I think a motion to help promote the Affordable Care Act would be a nicereplacement to this RC

May 18, 2014 8:23 PM

2 Seems to be a mute point May 13, 2014 6:59 PM

Page 3, Q3. RC 3-14 AMEND: PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DELIVERYOF CARE, PROVISO TO RESOLVED CLAUSE (HOD P06-12-06-08)

Summary: This RC contains a more fully defined proviso to PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY ANDACCOUNTABILITY FOR DELIVERY OF CARE (HOD P06-12-06-08) to more...

1 The House of Delegates is voting yes or no on whether the APTA will NOTapprove a policy? Really?

May 15, 2014 8:56 AM

2 If we are to move into the direction of full direct access - we need full autonomyto be responsible & accountable. We don't need further assessment or reviewsof our capability to be autonomous!

May 14, 2014 10:02 PM

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Page 4, Q4. RC 4-14 AMEND: PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DELIVERYOF CARE, RESOLVED CLAUSE (HOD P06-12-06-08)

Summary: This motion adds clarity to support personnel naming the PTA as the primary assistive personnel. Italso includes language that recognized support personnel may...

1 In general, I am not in favor of the existence of the Physical Therapist Assistantas a profession.

May 18, 2014 8:25 PM

2 In my practice I do not use PTA's as I feel great continuity of treatment andbetter outcomes are achieved using PT's to implement treatments andtechniques

May 15, 2014 11:42 AM

3 On the surface this sounds good. However, what are the ramifications forutilizing Physical Therapy Aides? While I am not concerned that a PT Aideshould ever be expected to perform "selected tests and measures", as those canbe completed by the Physical Therapist or PT Assistant. I am concerned aboutlimiting the Physical Therapist’s ability to utilize PT Aides/Techs. TheseAides/Techs can be trained to perform interventions that have already beeninstructed by the PT, based upon the Physical Therapist’s assessment, decisionmaking and plan development, and that are a valuable part of the delivery ofquality Physical Therapy care. A PT Aide can follow up on routine exercises oractivities that have been taught by the PT (to the Aide AND the patient), and aresupervised by the PT. A variety of such activities require the necessary repetitionto assure a positive learning curve on the part of the patient. That is still a part ofthe therapeutic process. The PT Aide can assist patients in utilizing equipment,providing for their safety AND assuring the completion of that therapeutic activity.Does it raise the level of our profession when these routine, but necessaryinterventions are only performed by the PT? Is it only an exercise if a PT countsthe repetitions? Is it only an ultrasound if delivered by a PT....or PT Assistant? Ihave to believe that it is when we, the highly trained Physical Therapists, utilizeour skills in Assessment, Critical Decision Making, Planning and Teaching, thatwe are performing at the highest level of our profession. I have seriousreservations that the restrictive language of this resolution will serve to waterdown the Physical Therapy profession and we will be tasked to perform even themost simple (but necessary) tasks, in order to claim them as our own. PhysicalTherapy is what we direct, not just what we do.

May 15, 2014 10:37 AM

4 This does not allow various management models to be utilized. It corners us intothe same old, same old model of care.

May 14, 2014 10:10 PM

5 I would add something about discussing/collaborating with the primary PT whenthe PTA performs selected tests/measures

May 14, 2014 5:31 PM

6 One, I believe we should hold with the PTA as the only recognized supportpersonnel. Two, I am concerned about adding the performance of selectedtests and measures by "recognized assistive personnel" within the examinationcomponent of the patient/client management model.

May 14, 2014 9:30 AM

7 this language is so confusing. don't we learn anything from reading the crapissued by congress that we need to just say what we want to say in non-lawyercrap talk?!

May 14, 2014 8:09 AM

8 Athletic trainers need it be recognized as equal to or more than the PTA. May 13, 2014 8:18 PM

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Page 4, Q4. RC 4-14 AMEND: PHYSICAL THERAPIST RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR DELIVERYOF CARE, RESOLVED CLAUSE (HOD P06-12-06-08)

Summary: This motion adds clarity to support personnel naming the PTA as the primary assistive personnel. Italso includes language that recognized support personnel may...

9 This would have kept us out of trouble with LARA when the admin rules werewritten....this is a more realistic reflection of current, appropriate practices.

May 13, 2014 7:57 PM

Page 5, Q5. RC 5-14 AMEND: ACCESS TO, ADMISSION TO, AND PATIENT/CLIENT RIGHTS WITHIN PHYSICALTHERAPY SERVICES (HOD P06-03-16-13)

Summary: The RC adds the terminology of sex, gender identity, and gender expression to existing policy.

That Access to, Admission to, and Patient/Client Rights Within Physi...

1 Aren't sex and gender the same thing. One or the other term would be sufficientand not redundant. The same for gender identity and gender expression.

May 19, 2014 9:48 PM

2 The word gender is sufficient and to me, covers the other words, "sex, gender,gender identity, gender expression" and increased specificity in this case couldcreate more loopholes because it isn't expressly stated.

May 14, 2014 9:36 AM

3 Gender is a biological fact and needs no further explanation. Gender identity,gender expression and sexual orientation allows for subjective interpretation.Aside from public hype, this information is no more important than ones favoritecolor, political allegiance or any other variable that is based on ones opinion.

May 13, 2014 9:42 PM

4 Political correctness.... May 13, 2014 8:31 PM

5 It is a pity that such language is even necessary May 13, 2014 5:54 PM

6 It would seem that the new words encompass the term "sexual orientation". If itis consensus that such is true, then it would be best to remove "sexualorientation" from the list.

May 13, 2014 5:05 PM

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Page 5, Q6. RC 6-14 AMEND: NON-DISCRIMINATION (HOD Y06-98-14-06)

Summary: This RC adds the terminology of gender identity and gender expression to existing policy.

That Non-discrimination (HOD Y06-98-14-06), first paragraph, be amended by inserting the words “gender identity,gender expression” afte...

1 No for same reasons as above. May 19, 2014 9:48 PM

2 The term, "gender" is sufficient. May 14, 2014 9:36 AM

3 Bias is bias and should be avoided. There are hundreds, even thousands ofcharacter traits and personal viewpoints that are not specifically listed in the RC.Does that mean we can be biased towards people because they are not listed inthis RC. Of course not. These words need not be added other than to pacify themedias obsession and a special interest groups agenda. The APTA should bewho they are and not get sucked in to this political correctness contest. Theexisting RC can stand for itself without amendment.

May 13, 2014 9:42 PM

4 It is a pity that such language is even necessary May 13, 2014 5:54 PM

5 It would seem that the new words encompass the term "sexual orientation". If itis consensus that such is true, then it would be best to remove "sexualorientation" from the list.

May 13, 2014 5:05 PM

Page 6, Q7. RC 7-14 AMEND: ENTRY POINT INTO HEALTH CARE (HOD P06-02-23-45)

Summary: This motion amends language to ENTRY POINT INTO HEALTH CARE.

That Entry Point Into Health Care (HOD P06-02-23-45) be amended by substitution:

The American Physical Therapy Association supports physical therapists ...

1 "Primary care" services language should be altered to express a broader view. May 14, 2014 9:31 AM

Page 6, Q8. RC 8-14 ADOPT: TELEHEALTH

Summary: This motion identifies Telehealth as an appropriate method to provide physical therapy services.

TELEHEALTH…Resolved, It is the position of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) that telehealth is anappropriate model of service delivery for t...

1 Not sure exactly what constitutes telehealth. May 19, 2014 9:49 PM

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Page 7, Q9. RC 9-14 PURSUIT OF DPT AS REGULATORY DESIGNATION OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Summary: This motion promotes actions to standardize the regulatory designation of physical therapists acrossall jurisdictions to the DPT.

That the American Physical Therapy Association pursue a uniform change in the ...

1 I am a BSPT. Unless you plan to grandfather me in as a DPT, I object to the ideathat I might be out of a profession in the year 2020.

May 19, 2014 9:52 PM

2 The DPT is the degree. In 2020 we will still have PTs in practice who have notearned the DPT degree.

May 16, 2014 11:20 AM

3 How will this impact Physical Therapists who have not completed a DPTprogram? If there is an expectation that current non-DPT practitioners will obtaintheir DPT, a 2020 deadline does not allow enough time for existing non-DPTPhysical Therapists to transition to a DPT. Requiring a DPT designation shouldonly occur when regulatory and reimbursement agencies recognize a differentialin the care delivered by a DPT versus a non-DPT practitioner. As a matter ofprincipal, the APTA should provide factual data that indicates that the DPTTherapists provides a higher level and quality of care than a non-DPTpractitioner.

May 15, 2014 10:37 AM

4 Nothing changes... we need full direct access w/o limitations; we need to get ridof signed plans of care; we need full autonomy to delegate as we choose orcreate a business model/care model that is sustainable. The "title" doesn't solveanything....

May 14, 2014 10:23 PM

5 would that require everyone to have a DPT? I am not in favor of having to returnto school to get mine after 13 years of practice and multiple continuing edcourses, certifications.

May 14, 2014 5:34 PM

6 I do not favor grandfathering all PTs to the DPT May 14, 2014 1:39 PM

7 The language I have seen in relation to this would seem to be that you wouldhave to be a DPT to practice, or this is what it's leading to. As a non-doctoral PTand not planning on getting one, this language would seem to be very dividing inthe association. I fully support Con Ed requirements, etc., but do not believe theonly designation of a PT should be DPT.

May 14, 2014 10:52 AM

8 what happens to p.t.'s who went to school before the dpt? and are still practicing May 14, 2014 10:10 AM

9 Not sure if I will still be practicing at that time, but if I was, I'd have to begrandfathered in then...

May 14, 2014 9:38 AM

10 I would be concerned- does this mean that those who don't have a DPTacademic degree would automatically be given the 'DPT' credentials? Or wouldthis just be the minimum standard for entry into the profession? Where do thosewithout the DPT stand- do they have to get the DPT or would their years ofclinical experience or other higher academic degrees (PhD, DSc, EdD) beadequate?

May 13, 2014 9:44 PM

11 Simplification will help with public understanding. Confusion should be identifiedand removed when possible.

May 13, 2014 9:43 PM

12 Should be uniform although I am not a proponent of entry level DPT. May 13, 2014 8:33 PM

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Page 7, Q9. RC 9-14 PURSUIT OF DPT AS REGULATORY DESIGNATION OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

Summary: This motion promotes actions to standardize the regulatory designation of physical therapists acrossall jurisdictions to the DPT.

That the American Physical Therapy Association pursue a uniform change in the ...

13 This could be very very difficult....permitting the use of the title "doctor" in allstates is one thing, but having the reg designation is a bit premature...there willbe issues related to grandfathering, and I don't think the proportions of thosewith and without DPT degrees is yet at a tipping point where this makessense...it is premature and will be very divisive within our membership. We justgot done healing from the change to a DPT.... BTW...this comment is from aDPT....

May 13, 2014 7:57 PM

14 What does this mean to PTs with a Bachelors or Masters degree? Willconsumers discriminate based on perceived level of ability based on education?

May 13, 2014 5:56 PM

15 Not sure if it is appropriate for use by individuals who do not have the actual DPTdegree/credential, including individuals with a PhD. Maybe needs to qualify thatthe DPT designation for individuals with a DPT degree.

May 13, 2014 5:10 PM

Page 8, Q10. RC 10-14 CONSUMER PROTECTION THROUGH LICENSURE OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS ANDPHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANTS

Summary: Consumer Protection Through PT and PTA Licensure has 2 parts-Part A Minimum Qualifications forLicense or Regulation, Part B item to rescind a selection of positions that would be ...

1 This is a state issue... the states are all different and it is not realistic forconsistency to be achieved at this point in time. The $$ it costs to change statepractice acts is not worth it.

May 14, 2014 10:27 PM

2 What is the minimum qualification - not clear from this text. In favor of all stateshaving licensure - is the same for all states?

May 14, 2014 11:04 AM

3 I am not sure why the use of the title 'Doctor' would be rescinded- if they havethe degree, they should be able to use it properly.

May 13, 2014 9:47 PM

4 Athletic trainers need to be recognized! May 13, 2014 8:20 PM

5 I am not sure exactly what this motion does, but rescinding te following does notseem wise: - Designation “PT,” “PTA,” “SPT,” and “SPTA” (HOD P06-03-17-14) •Protection of Term, Title, and Designation (HOD P06-03-18-15) •Use ofthe Title “Doctor” by Physical Therapists (HOD P06-06-21-14)

May 13, 2014 7:57 PM

6 There is a difference between "Mute" and "Moot". This question should read"Moot"

May 13, 2014 5:57 PM

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Page 9, Q11. RC 11-14 MEMBERSHIP VALUE FOR THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Summary: This motion charges the BoD to develop a plan to increase the value of membership to the APTA forPTAs. That the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) create a plan for increasing the value of APTAmembership fo...

1 If the number of PTA's that could be on the board were limited, I would support May 21, 2014 9:55 AM

2 What evidence do we presently have regarding the value of membership toPTAs?

May 16, 2014 11:25 AM

3 I've never been a fan of PTAs being part of APTA. PTAs should have no say orrole in shaping the physical therapist's profession.

May 14, 2014 10:29 PM

4 I believe the interests of Physical Therapists is best represented by PhysicalTherapists.

May 13, 2014 9:50 PM

5 Developing a plan is not a bad idea, but I don't think it is appropriate to tie thehands of the BOD by requiring that the plan include the specific bullets indicated...

May 13, 2014 5:19 PM

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Page 9, Q12. RC 12-14 ADOPT: PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPIST PROFESSIONALEDUCATION

Summary: This RC identifies faculty and clinical site issues to promote sustained and future excellence inphysical therapist education.

To sustain present and promote future excellence in physical therapist ...

1 Although I support the intent of this motion, I am uncertain if this is the bestmethod to obtain the desired outcome. I am sure much discussion will occur!

May 16, 2014 11:25 AM

2 I feel this is CAPTE's job. May 14, 2014 9:32 AM

3 This sounds good but my understanding is that getting qualified teachers for PTprograms is challenging and the demand outweighs the supply. This RC wouldseem to make it more difficult for programs to find and keep qualified teachers??

May 13, 2014 9:50 PM

4 I feel CAPTE taks care of this for us May 13, 2014 7:02 PM

5 There is already a steep barrier in terms of paperwork to taking a student. Thismust be implemented in a way that does not exacerbate the challenges of takinga student.

May 13, 2014 5:59 PM

6 The HOD cannot dictate to CAPTE ... I would like to know what the problems arethat this motion is trying to fix ... Programs don't get accredited already if theydon't have sufficient resources and institutional committment

May 13, 2014 5:19 PM

7 CAPTE needs to be careful in respecting the authority and autonomy ofuniversities in decision-making regarding physical therapy degree programs. PTfaculty and programs can't use CAPTE as a 'hammer' to solve problems thatthey create and perpetuate in their PT education programs. The reality ofstudent debt loads for PT education will begin to change the demographics ofwho applies to PT school and who considers PT as a career choice, and yet webuild bigger credit loads into existing programs to justify higher expecationstowards entry-level competence of graduates.

May 13, 2014 4:55 PM

Page 10, Q13. RC 13-14 BEST PRACTICE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPIST CLINICAL EDUCATION

Summary: This motion charges the APTA Board of Directors to examine and report back on “Best Practice inPhysical Therapist Clinical Education.”

That the American Physical Therapy Association, in collaboration with relevant st...

1 I would suggest that we use the terms clinical education and residency educationseparately- one is during the professional training, one is post professionaltraining. I would ask that the APTA establish a best practice including both.

May 13, 2014 9:50 PM

2 How is this going to be different than the two prior Clinical Education ConsensusConferences??? I attended both.....nothing yet resulted.....Not sure how thiswould be done differently again. The barriers to this effort being successful aremany...unless the end game is a recommended change to CAPTE...otherwise,programs will not change.....

May 13, 2014 7:57 PM

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Page 10, Q13. RC 13-14 BEST PRACTICE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPIST CLINICAL EDUCATION

Summary: This motion charges the APTA Board of Directors to examine and report back on “Best Practice inPhysical Therapist Clinical Education.”

That the American Physical Therapy Association, in collaboration with relevant st...

3 It's time to change clinical education models... we have been doing the samething for more than 30 years without evaluation and consideration of bettermodels.

May 13, 2014 4:56 PM

Page 11, Q14. RC 14-14 ADOPT: DEFINITION OF AN UNDERREPRESENTED MINORITY IN PHYSICAL THERAPYEDUCATION

Summary: This RC defines “underrepresented” populations in PT education.

The American Physical Therapy Association defines "Underrepresented” in physical therapy education as theracial and ethnic popul...

1 Does this mean students or educators or both? May 18, 2014 8:30 PM

2 Do I understand that this resolution merely defines "underrepresented", and noother action is involved?

May 15, 2014 10:42 AM

3 Too narrow in scope only citing racial and ethnic populations. May 14, 2014 9:34 AM

4 Not sure of the context for application of this definition - is the population theentire US population, or the population primarily served by the educationalinstitution it would be applied to ... ?

May 13, 2014 5:28 PM

Page 11, Q15. RC 15-14 MEMBERSHIP RETENTION OF EARLY-CAREER INDIVIDUALS

Summary: This motion charges the APTA BoD to develop a plan for “early career retention.”

That the American Physical Therapy Association develop and implement a comprehensive plan to fosterengagement, stimulate grassroots activity, ...

1 The BoD has already done and is doing this. May 14, 2014 9:34 AM

2 I'm not sure what "early career retention" means in this context. Is the concernthat clinicians graduate, and quickly abandon the field?

May 13, 2014 6:01 PM

3 Summary says "early career retention" - is the motion to address individualsdropping out of the profession? Or is it to address individuals dropping theirAPTA membership early in their careers as physical therapists?

May 13, 2014 5:28 PM

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Page 12, Q16. RC 16-14 APTA WHITE PAPER ON PHYSICAL THERAPIST PRODUCTIVITY

Summary: This RC charges the APTA BoD to develop a white paper concerning physical therapist productivity.

That the American Physical Therapy Association develop a white paper to comprehensively address physicaltherapist produc...

1 absolutely! May 21, 2014 9:57 AM

2 The current fee for service payment model will be obsolete. This is a waste oftime and money.

May 14, 2014 10:33 PM

3 90% productivity is impossible if you want to provide quality care and it seemsmost rehab companies are requiring 88-95%. This leads to poor and/orunethical tx

May 14, 2014 5:37 PM

4 What would be the cost involved with this. May 14, 2014 1:42 PM

5 Something like this, maybe not this exact wording, will be needed if the paymentstructure changes from it's current unit based to the proposed patientacuity/difficulty model.

May 14, 2014 9:44 AM

6 Definitely needed! May 13, 2014 6:16 PM

Page 12, Q17. RC 17-14 ADOPT: PHYSICAL THERAPISTS QUALIFIED TO DETERMINE MOBILITY STATUS FORPATIENTS AND CLIENTS APPLYING FOR DISABILITY PLACARDS OR LICENSE PLATES

Summary: This motion promotes the inclusion of the physical therapist in state law as a qualified individual todetermine the mobility status o...

1 There are far too many disability placards/license plates dispensed for noapparent mobility issues; perhaps PTs are the right profession to determine sucha status.

May 13, 2014 4:58 PM

Page 13, Q18. RC 18-14 ADOPT: ENDORSEMENT OF INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COLLABORATIVECORE COMPETENCIES1

Summary: This RC seeks endorsement of Interprofessional education Collaborative Core Competencies.

(Note: The language in brackets is the only language open to amendment.)[APTA encourages team-base...

1 You might want to bury the hatchet and resume constructive conversations withthe National Athletic Trainers' Association. Just a thought.

May 15, 2014 10:46 AM

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Page 13, Q19. RC 19-14 ELECTION TO HONORARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPYASSOCIATION: MICHAEL J. AXE, MD

Summary: This motion seeks Honorary membership for Dr. Michael J. Axe who has made significantcontributions to the science and practice of physical therapy.

…Resolved, That Michael J. ...

1 what exactly did he do?? May 14, 2014 5:39 PM

2 Mike and I attended Jr/Sr high school together and I have been impressed withhis collaboration with U of Delaware PT faculty over the years... this honorary isdeserved.

May 13, 2014 5:02 PM

Page 13, Q21. RC 21-14 EFFORTS TO CURB FRAUD AND ABUSE

Summary: This motion charges the board to increase efforts in the area of fraud and abuse.

That the American Physical Therapy Association continue efforts to curb the incidence of fraud and abusecommitted by physical therapists. Efforts may include...

1 How many of APTA members have been involved in fraud & abuse? This is awaste of $ and time. Some of the fraud and abuse in PT isn't even done byphysical therapists! A "popular" topic, but doesn't apply to most members. If dataindicates majority of fraud & abuse done by members, then I'd agree.

May 14, 2014 10:38 PM

2 The BoD is already doing this. May 14, 2014 9:35 AM

3 Will this use resources that could be spent on other PT issues? This issue isimportant but would not be above many other issues that I feel are moreimportant to our profession.

May 13, 2014 9:55 PM

Page 14, Q22. Do you have any other comments, questions, or concerns?

1 Please share the results of survey with MI members. MI delegates need to showsome level of accountability if members follow tweets of video or sit in sessions.

May 14, 2014 10:39 PM

2 I am very concerned about the Marketing Driven trend in outpatient clinics topromote "PT only" services. This is marketing trend s devalueing the PTA, andinsurance companies are following suit. What is being done to promote andpreserve the function and value of the PTA

May 14, 2014 8:43 PM

3 can video be obtain somehow other than Twitter? via a website? Many of usdon't use Twitter

May 14, 2014 5:40 PM

4 Thank for the chance to provide feedback...GREAT idea!!! May 13, 2014 7:57 PM

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