A Busy Week for PA Education Advocacy in Washington
Building upon a multi-year track record of successful collaboration with the USC Keck School of Medicine PA program, PAEA sponsored its first-ever expanded spring advocacy trip.
Category: Advocacy
Trump Signs Opioid Response Bill, Bolsters PA Response to Epidemic
A new law solidifies the role of PAs in helping curb the opioid epidemic.
Action Update: PA Educators Keep Up the Pressure on CMS
The PA education community continued to make its voice heard recently when more than 600 advocates submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Advocates were urging the agency to allow preceptors to verify — rather than re-perform — documentation of Evaluation and Management (E/M) services provided by PA and NP students. […]
GW PA Students Make Their Case on Capitol Hill
GW PA students recently got a lesson in advocacy to help guide the future of the profession.
Duke Program Director Advocates for NHSC on Capitol Hill
PAEA was one of five organizations that recently joined forces to ensure a bright future for the National Health Service Corps.
Wins for PA Education in the FY18 Omnibus Bill
On March 23, President Trump signed into law the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018, also known as the omnibus.
North Carolina Congressmen Visit Local PA Programs
In a testament to their unique drive and determination, the 2017 Student Health Policy Fellows are already making their mark on PA education advocacy in their local communities.
Major Steps for PA Education at the State Level
In addition to the flood of health policy news coming out of Washington this year, the importance of policymaking on the state level in advancing the policy priorities of PA educators should not be underestimated.
PA Advocates: We Want YOU! (at the Education Forum)
Do you have a passion for advocating on behalf of PA education? Have you met with your congressional representatives or their staff to discuss the unique policy issues impacting PA programs? Will you be attending this year’s Education Forum in Denver? If so, we’re asking for your help! PAEA’s Government Relations team is seeking volunteers […]