Advocacy & Legislation Committee Member

The Practice Division implements initiatives identified in the annual strategic plan; monitors industry, legal and regulatory trends; and provides up-to-date information to members.

Public policy is the guideline adopted by a governing body in order to address the needs of its citizens. Public policy consists of constitutional laws, legislative acts and judicial decisions from which regulatory measures and funding priorities are determined. ASHT recognizes through its mission, vision statement and strategic goals the responsibility of hand and upper extremity rehabilitation professionals to support the specialty and the public through active involvement in advocating for and responding to public policy initiatives as guided by the Practice Division's Advocacy & Legislation Committee.

The Advocacy & Legislation Committee monitors and responds to federal and state legislation and regulations that impact hand and upper extremity rehabilitation practice. As part of the Practice Division, this committee tracks, interprets and communicates changes in areas such as Medicare and Medicaid billing, credentialing, compliance, coding and quality reporting. It provides timely updates, advocacy guidance and opportunities for member engagement, while also developing resources and addressing member inquiries through ASHT Member Services and the ASHT Connect mobile app. The committee works to support and empower hand therapists by promoting awareness, action and a unified voice on key policy and regulatory issues.  
 

ASHT is seeking volunteers in any membership category to serve two-year terms on the Advocacy & Legislation Committee.

Committee members meet with the full Practice Division on a conference call the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. ET. 

Type
Practice
Divisions and Committees
Practice Division
Term Length
1 - 2 years
Areas of Interest
Advocacy
Practice
Participation Eligibility
Member
Curriculum Vitae Required
Y
Letter of Intent Required
Y