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November 4-5, 2017 - VAPA Fall CME Conference, Roanoke, VA Register Today!

A Message from VAPA President
A message from VAPA President, Amanda Collins.

AAPA CME Credits
Today’s Long-Acting Reversible Contraception: Practical Considerations
This interactive module provides evidence-based knowledge on several forms of birth control methods, relevant safety and efficacy data, plus common concerns and priorities related to LARC. Earn bonus self-assessment CME credits.
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2017 VAPA Awards
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Important Update on Electronic Prescriptions
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the regulations for chart signatures for PAs in VA?
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I want to get involved in global health, where do I start?
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How do I know which contact hours are accredited/approved?
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What are the new CME requirements, and what do they mean to me?
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How can I obtain an application for a license and how long is the process?
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VAPA has never done anything for me. Why should I join/renew my membership now?
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Who should attend White Coats On Call?
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How many PAs can a Virginia physician supervise?
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HHS Grants to help veterans get jobs as physician assistants

Can a physician assistant sign a DNR form?
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Incident-to billing is very confusing. Can you please explain it again?
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In Virginia, which items are required to be printed on a prescription issued by a PA?
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VAPA advocates for all Virginia PAs, keeping you apprised of changing regulations. Be first to know about legislative successes! Maintain your professional investment and show your support with membership. It is never too late to renew membership! Simply click on the link in the column on the left to renew or join.

Effective July 1, 2013: DME/New Face-to-Face Documentation Requirements

On November 16, 2012, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a new requirement that certain items of durable medical equipment (DME) can only be ordered after the physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist has had a face-to-face encounter with the patient to asses, evaluate, and/or treat the patient for the medical condition that supports the need for the DME product.

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Updated: September 15, 2017