PTH 738 - Legislation & Policy

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Physical Therapy

Description:

The exploration of the physical therapist's role in advocacy, including the American Physical Therapy Association's efforts to address health legislation and policy affecting the current and future practice of physical therapy. The course focuses on the necessary skills to consult with a variety of individuals working in local, state and national government agencies in the context of current legislative and regulatory issues. The course will cover the foundations of various public policies that impact health care, including but not limited to the state's interest in protecting the public, conflicts of interest and competition, competing payment and funding policies, and protection against fraud and abuse.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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