Supporting the Physiatrist, Strengthening the Specialty

AAPM&R is working to ensure PM&R is positioned to thrive in the future of healthcare and that you’re prepared for wherever your career takes you. Our more than 10,000 Academy members support each other in advancing PM&R’s impact through healthcare. As we move forward, it is more important than ever that every member play an active role in helping one another realize the vision for our specialty.

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Looking for AAPM&R members in the news? Press releases? Our Academy Action Center? Or looking to submit your members in the news content? You'll find it all in our Newsroom. You will also be able to explore PM&R and Academy news as well as learn how to contact us if you would like to submit your member content, or if you are a reporter who is interested in speaking with a PM&R physician.

Event Calendar and Webinars

Stay up to date on all Academy events and learning opportunities and view recordings of past webinars. 

PM&R Aspire

PM&R Aspire is our career-exploration platform purpose-built to help PM&R professionals make better-informed career decisions. We have mapped employer locations across the United States, enabling you to explore, message and apply to the roles that matter most to you.

PM&R Q&A Video Conversations

AAPM&R is leading the advancement of physiatry’s impact throughout healthcare as aligned with YOUR vision for the specialty. Explore our Q&A video series where members of our Physiatrist in Training (PHiT) Council Board chat with AAPM&R Board leaders.

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Register for Upcoming CMS Webinars

Jun 5, 2018, 12:10 by User Not Found

CMS has a number of upcoming webinars scheduled to help you understand MIPS and quality measures.

Title: MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category Webinar
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Registration Link: https://engage.vevent.com/index.jsp?eid=3536&seid=1111

Join CMS for a Webinar to Learn More about the MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category

CMS is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 12 at 1:00 PM ET to provide information about the Promoting Interoperability (PI) performance category (formerly the Advancing Care Information performance category) of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).

During the webinar, CMS subject matter experts will:

  • Provide a brief overview of MIPS requirements in 2018
  • Discuss the renaming of the PI performance category
  • Explain the PI performance category requirements for 2018
  • Review PI scoring
  • Address questions from participants at the end of the webinar, as time allows.

The audio portion of this webinar will be broadcast through the web. You can listen to the presentation through your computer speakers. CMS will open the phone line for the Q&A portion. If you cannot hear audio through your computer speakers, please contact CMSQualityTeam@ketchum.com.

 

Title: CMS Quality Measures: Development, Implementation, and You Webinar (Part 2)
When: Wednesday, June 13, 2018; 12:00-1:00pm ET and Thursday, June 14, 2018; 4:00-5:00pm ET
Registration Links: June 13; 12:00-1:00pm, ET https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=ea6790ccacf388df754e44783d623fc7f

June 14th; 4:00-5:00pm, ET
https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=eeb8a20586920854654d3d5a73bbdedba

Join CMS for a Webinar Focused on Quality Measures

We are committed to improving quality, safety, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for all and excited to offer an opportunity to learn more about quality measures.

On June 13, from 12:00-1:00pm, ET, CMS will host the second webinar, of a two-part series, that covers an introduction to quality measures, overview of the measure development process, and how providers, patients, and families can be involved. If you are unable to attend during this time, the same session will be offered again on June 14, from 4:00-5:00 pm, ET. CMS is looking for your feedback and participation in the quality measure community, so please join us during the webinar to hear updates and how you can be a part of the process!

Please note that the two opportunities listed are for the same session; we ask that you only register for one of the sessions. 

Register for Upcoming CMS Webinars

Jun 5, 2018, 12:10 by User Not Found

CMS has a number of upcoming webinars scheduled to help you understand MIPS and quality measures.

Title: MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category Webinar
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Registration Link: https://engage.vevent.com/index.jsp?eid=3536&seid=1111

Join CMS for a Webinar to Learn More about the MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category

CMS is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 12 at 1:00 PM ET to provide information about the Promoting Interoperability (PI) performance category (formerly the Advancing Care Information performance category) of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).

During the webinar, CMS subject matter experts will:

  • Provide a brief overview of MIPS requirements in 2018
  • Discuss the renaming of the PI performance category
  • Explain the PI performance category requirements for 2018
  • Review PI scoring
  • Address questions from participants at the end of the webinar, as time allows.

The audio portion of this webinar will be broadcast through the web. You can listen to the presentation through your computer speakers. CMS will open the phone line for the Q&A portion. If you cannot hear audio through your computer speakers, please contact CMSQualityTeam@ketchum.com.

 

Title: CMS Quality Measures: Development, Implementation, and You Webinar (Part 2)
When: Wednesday, June 13, 2018; 12:00-1:00pm ET and Thursday, June 14, 2018; 4:00-5:00pm ET
Registration Links: June 13; 12:00-1:00pm, ET https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=ea6790ccacf388df754e44783d623fc7f

June 14th; 4:00-5:00pm, ET
https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=eeb8a20586920854654d3d5a73bbdedba

Join CMS for a Webinar Focused on Quality Measures

We are committed to improving quality, safety, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for all and excited to offer an opportunity to learn more about quality measures.

On June 13, from 12:00-1:00pm, ET, CMS will host the second webinar, of a two-part series, that covers an introduction to quality measures, overview of the measure development process, and how providers, patients, and families can be involved. If you are unable to attend during this time, the same session will be offered again on June 14, from 4:00-5:00 pm, ET. CMS is looking for your feedback and participation in the quality measure community, so please join us during the webinar to hear updates and how you can be a part of the process!

Please note that the two opportunities listed are for the same session; we ask that you only register for one of the sessions. 

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Online Learning Portal

Education is a fundamental offering that affects PM&R physicians across clinical focuses, practice areas, career stages and levels of expertise. As part of Academy membership, we provide top-notch education and other innovative learning resources across a variety of delivery mechanisms.

Access AAPM&R’s popular Online Learning Portal, which features educational resources, including case studies, instructional videos and more on a variety of clinical and practice topics.



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24/7 access to our online educational resources through the end of your annual membership cycle. Check out what's included below!

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STEP Certificate Programs

AAPM&R’s highly-regarded STEP Certificate Programs are designed by physiatrists for physiatrists and teach and assess important physiatric skills using a progressive, competency- based curriculum.

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PhyzForum

PhyzForum is an online physiatry community that allows you to engage with peers, ask advice, and share experiences. Participate in discussions to network, collaborate, and exchange best practices with your peers.

Annual Assembly
November 12-15

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The 2020 Annual Assembly is virtual! Join us from November 12-15 as we meet online to share best practices and support each other as we navigate a “new normal."

Critical Conversation Series

Thursday, October 1 at 6 pm (CT)

You're invited to participate in a series of discussions on racial equity, access and inclusion in today’s world. Join us for our next conversation on October 1 for AAPM&R's Diversity and Inclusion Journey. We will review efforts that led to the creation of the D&I strategic plan, unveil our new Principles of Inclusion and Engagement and share new initiatives on the horizon.

AAPM&R News

Register for Upcoming CMS Webinars

Jun 05, 2018

CMS has a number of upcoming webinars scheduled to help you understand MIPS and quality measures.

Title: MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category Webinar
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Registration Link: https://engage.vevent.com/index.jsp?eid=3536&seid=1111

Join CMS for a Webinar to Learn More about the MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category

CMS is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 12 at 1:00 PM ET to provide information about the Promoting Interoperability (PI) performance category (formerly the Advancing Care Information performance category) of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).

During the webinar, CMS subject matter experts will:

  • Provide a brief overview of MIPS requirements in 2018
  • Discuss the renaming of the PI performance category
  • Explain the PI performance category requirements for 2018
  • Review PI scoring
  • Address questions from participants at the end of the webinar, as time allows.

The audio portion of this webinar will be broadcast through the web. You can listen to the presentation through your computer speakers. CMS will open the phone line for the Q&A portion. If you cannot hear audio through your computer speakers, please contact CMSQualityTeam@ketchum.com.

 

Title: CMS Quality Measures: Development, Implementation, and You Webinar (Part 2)
When: Wednesday, June 13, 2018; 12:00-1:00pm ET and Thursday, June 14, 2018; 4:00-5:00pm ET
Registration Links: June 13; 12:00-1:00pm, ET https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=ea6790ccacf388df754e44783d623fc7f

June 14th; 4:00-5:00pm, ET
https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=eeb8a20586920854654d3d5a73bbdedba

Join CMS for a Webinar Focused on Quality Measures

We are committed to improving quality, safety, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for all and excited to offer an opportunity to learn more about quality measures.

On June 13, from 12:00-1:00pm, ET, CMS will host the second webinar, of a two-part series, that covers an introduction to quality measures, overview of the measure development process, and how providers, patients, and families can be involved. If you are unable to attend during this time, the same session will be offered again on June 14, from 4:00-5:00 pm, ET. CMS is looking for your feedback and participation in the quality measure community, so please join us during the webinar to hear updates and how you can be a part of the process!

Please note that the two opportunities listed are for the same session; we ask that you only register for one of the sessions. 

Physiatry News

Register for Upcoming CMS Webinars

Jun 05, 2018

CMS has a number of upcoming webinars scheduled to help you understand MIPS and quality measures.

Title: MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category Webinar
When: Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Registration Link: https://engage.vevent.com/index.jsp?eid=3536&seid=1111

Join CMS for a Webinar to Learn More about the MIPS Promoting Interoperability Performance Category

CMS is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 12 at 1:00 PM ET to provide information about the Promoting Interoperability (PI) performance category (formerly the Advancing Care Information performance category) of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).

During the webinar, CMS subject matter experts will:

  • Provide a brief overview of MIPS requirements in 2018
  • Discuss the renaming of the PI performance category
  • Explain the PI performance category requirements for 2018
  • Review PI scoring
  • Address questions from participants at the end of the webinar, as time allows.

The audio portion of this webinar will be broadcast through the web. You can listen to the presentation through your computer speakers. CMS will open the phone line for the Q&A portion. If you cannot hear audio through your computer speakers, please contact CMSQualityTeam@ketchum.com.

 

Title: CMS Quality Measures: Development, Implementation, and You Webinar (Part 2)
When: Wednesday, June 13, 2018; 12:00-1:00pm ET and Thursday, June 14, 2018; 4:00-5:00pm ET
Registration Links: June 13; 12:00-1:00pm, ET https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=ea6790ccacf388df754e44783d623fc7f

June 14th; 4:00-5:00pm, ET
https://battellemacra.webex.com/battellemacra/onstage/g.php?MTID=eeb8a20586920854654d3d5a73bbdedba

Join CMS for a Webinar Focused on Quality Measures

We are committed to improving quality, safety, accessibility, and affordability of healthcare for all and excited to offer an opportunity to learn more about quality measures.

On June 13, from 12:00-1:00pm, ET, CMS will host the second webinar, of a two-part series, that covers an introduction to quality measures, overview of the measure development process, and how providers, patients, and families can be involved. If you are unable to attend during this time, the same session will be offered again on June 14, from 4:00-5:00 pm, ET. CMS is looking for your feedback and participation in the quality measure community, so please join us during the webinar to hear updates and how you can be a part of the process!

Please note that the two opportunities listed are for the same session; we ask that you only register for one of the sessions. 

Take the Next STEP in Your Ultrasound Education

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AAPM&R's STEP Ultrasound Certificate Program is the premiere ultrasound training program—designed by physiatrists, for physiatrists. 

As the only formal, standardized training pathway available for honing and validating your ultrasound skill set, successful completion of the STEP Ultrasound Program will clearly demonstrate to your patients, fellow health care professionals, employers, and the medical facilities you work with that you are a competent professional, expertly trained in ultrasound. 

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