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March 2017 | Volume 45, Issue 1

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Feature Articles:

Meet the OPTA Elections
Candidates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Call for Scientific Symposium
Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Annual Conference
at A Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

In This Issue:

President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
A Note from the Executive Director . . 5
OPTA Membership Anniversary
Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Join OPTA for Advocacy Day . . . . . . 15
2016 OPT-PAC Contributors . . . . . . 26
District Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Committee and SIG Reports . . . . . . 30
OPTA Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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OPTA Executive Committee President’s
Message
Anthony DiFilippo, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS, CSCS
President Anthony DiFilippo, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS, CSCS

Tonya Apke, PT, DPT, OCS Looking Back on OPTA
President Elect Accomplishments

Christine Schulte, PT, MBA It has been my absolute honor and pleasure to
Vice President
serve as your president over the past six years. I have
Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS
Treasurer been fortunate to have worked with such incredible

Kristin Marks, PT, DPT, JD leaders in our association. During my tenure, there
Secretary
have been significant changes and accomplishments
Scott Euype, PT, DPT, MHS, OCS
Director I affecting our association and profession. We have

Jessica Iams, PT, DPT achieved significant success in the areas of: public
Director II
relations, legislative efforts, financial stability , annual
Rob Dunham, PT, DPT
Director III conference participation, and staffing. In my first year,

Association Staff the OPTA took on an aggressive Public Relations campaign. We targeted the

Victoria L. Gresh, CAE public with the intent to educate them regarding the benefits of early intervention
Executive Director
services and how to access physical therapy services under direct access in our
Marie Ruskin
Member Engagement Specialist state. We did this mainly through our radio campaign, tabbed the “Good Health

Lori Peffly Minute.” This earned the OPTA the OSAE Public Relation’s Award. In recognition
Conference and Education Manager
for our successful public relations campaign and other front line ideas, the OPTA
Vicky Humphrey, PT, MS
CE Reviewer was awarded it’s first ever APTA Outstanding Chapter of the Year Award.

Kristin Blatt, PT We had several challenges over the years, with one of them being the OPTA
CE Reviewer
opposing bills that would consolidate our licensing board. It is very important for
The Ohio Physical Therapy Association
newsletter is published biannually by the the profession of physical therapy to have an independent licensing board, and it
Ohio Physical Therapy Association Inc. 1085
Beecher Crossing North, Suite B, Gahanna, is vital that we have people within our profession making rules that affect how we
OH 43230-4563.
Copyright Notice: The Ohio Physical Therapy can practice. This situation returned during the Lame Duck session this past year.
Association Newsletter is copyright ©2009 by
the Ohio Physical Therapy Association, Inc. Once again, the legislation stalled. Grassroots efforts by our members to educate
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legislators was key to this bill not proceeding and our licensing board remaining

independent and intact.
All advertisements are accepted on the basis
of conformance with the ethical standards of Looking back, one pivotal moment was interviewing for the replacement for the
the American Physical Therapy Association.
The Association does not verify representations OPTA Executive Director, Shane Yates. Shane worked his way up from within the
made in advertisements and should not be
deemed to have endorsed any advertisers. OPTA and was highly regarded amongst his peers. Shane worked tirelessly for the

OPTA and served us well. Fortunately, the timing was right to hire Victoria Gresh

All materials or ads should be submitted to as his replacement after a national search was performed. Victoria brought years
the Access Editor in care of the OPTA office:
1085 Beecher Crossing North, Suite B of knowledge and experience running professional associations. She has been
Gahanna, OH, 43230-4563
614-855-4109/Fax: 614-855-5914 integral in creating processes and helping mold the OPTA for long term success.
Email: [email protected]
Moreover, we have rebranded and given a new look to our OPTA Annual

Conference. We have moved away from the old-style business meeting and
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licensure, and testing in Ohio contact: introduced new technology, bringing energy to further engage members. We
Ohio Licensure Board
Riffe Center examined barriers that existed during conferences and determined what could
77 S. High St., 16th Floor
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programming. This has increased networking opportunities during the conference

and has been well received.
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CHANGES TO: 1085 Beecher Crossing Additionally, we redirected our public relations campaign to focus on social
North, Suite B, Gahanna, OH, 43230-4563
media. OPTA has been very active in this area and has translated into increased

traffic to our consumer web portal. Another opportunity that presented itself was

celebrating 10 Years of Direct Access to physical therapy services. We created a

video that we distributed via social media to further increase consumer awareness.

With all the areas of success that the OPTA has achieved, we were awarded

with an unprecedented second APTA Outstanding Chapter of the Year award in

2015. Our Board of Directors along with the OPTA staff work tirelessly to improve

our association and thus advance our profession. continued on page 4

OPTA | March 2017 | 3

Looking Back on OPTA had very successful “Day at the State House” Advocacy Days
Accomplishments (continued) (with several record breaking attendance numbers) to educate
legislators regarding issues affecting physical therapy. In
Financially, we have been very judicious. We have had addition, we have had several high-level speakers at these
a balanced budget each year and have managed to perform events including the Lieutenant Governor of Ohio and the
all the high priority activities that benefit our association and Medical Director of Ohio Medicaid Program.
profession. We recently paid off the mortgage on the OPTA
office condominium, which allows us flexibility within the budget I would like to sincerely thank the current and past board
going forward as we no longer have to account for that line item members for continuing to propel the OPTA forward and making
any longer. We now have additional funds that can be utilized my tenure as president of the OPTA an extremely rewarding
on the OPTA’s highest priorities—increasing membership and experience. I would also like to express my gratitude to you
legislative activities. for being part of the association. I have always said there is
safety in numbers and our association would not be nearly as
Legislatively, the OPTA has been very active by pushing strong without each of our valued members. Wishing everyone
bills for either fair co-payment or to update our practice act continued success in the future as you all continue to work
during each of the sessions during the last six years. Our lead together to drive the OPTA into the future!
lobbyist during our direct access push, Carolyn Towner, retired
and her business partner Amanda Sines along with Mikayla
Pollitt and the Government Advantage Group, continues to
guide the OPTA through our practice act updates. We have

For more information, contact Anthony at: [email protected]

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A Note from the Executive Director

Victoria Gresh, CAE

Staying Relevant

One of the questions that association processes. Along with saving a forest or two, improvements
executives and boards continually in this system will allow us to devote more time on developing
ponder is how keep the organization new and innovative menu options for OPTA members, keeping
relevant in such a competitive our dues competitive and our services top notch.
environment. Of course, advocating
on your behalf to advance the physical Revamped Advocacy Page: While we’re good at telling
therapy profession is absolutely critical our members what we’re doing on the legislative front, we also
in this political climate, but we also have to be innovative and need to explain WHY we’re doing it—and how our members
creative in bringing products and services to our members. can be effective change agents for the profession. OPTA is
As a state chapter, it’s our job to remain on the forefront of most successful in our advocacy efforts when there is a solid
new advances, while addressing the needs of our unique partnership between OPTA members + OPTA Staff + OPTA
membership base. In addition to an exceptional Annual Lobbyists. We’ve redesigned our website Advocacy page
Conference this year (and every year), we’re “adding” and with a focus on our five areas of activity, all of which require
“updating” on the state level in 2017 in our efforts to remain grassroots engagement:
relevant—and successful!
OPTA Online Store: Accessible through the OPTA 1. OPTA Legislation
website, our OPTA-branded apparel and goods are now
available for purchase online and at OPTA events. OPTA 2. Advocacy Day
merchandise is a great way to obtain high quality products that
will foster pride in the organization and create conversations 3. Calls to Action
with non-members and consumers about the organization and
the profession. Look for merchandise to rotate seasonally (get 4. Campaigns & Elections
your waffle beanie now!) as there will always be something
new and exciting to add to your collection. Wear your OPTA 5. OPT-Political Action Committee (PAC)
gear to district, state and national events—show your
colleagues that you are part of the 2012 and 2015 Outstanding So check out our new page as you prepare for Advocacy
Chapter of the Year! Select items will be available for purchase Day 2017, and look for training modules in the form of
at OPTA events, so help us #rockthelogo! podcasts, coming soon!
Online CE Processing System: We’re going online,
and not a moment too soon! Our current 2004 version of New Scientific Symposium Location: There are many
our continuing education database has “expired” and we’ve great properties in Columbus, and we’re going to feature new
moved to the cloud. Now, sponsors and individuals can submit locations for our popular fall events. Since Annual Conference
courses for Ohio approval through our CE portal—a paperless will be held at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown for
system designed to increase efficiency and streamline the next few years, rotating locations is a great way for us to
keep our fall events fresh and fun. This year, we’ll be at the
Columbus Airport Marriott, a one-stop-shop for meeting space,
sleeping rooms and great dining.

On behalf of the OPTA staff, it’s been a pleasure to serve
you in 2016, and we’re looking forward to an exceptional 2017!

For more information, contact Victoria at:
[email protected]

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OPTA Membership

*Anniversary Recognition

70 Years Todd Thomas Park, PT Roger Alan Kravitz, PT
Raymond P. Plona, Jr, PT Rebecca C. Leugers, PT
Glynn L Washington, PT Mark Ramsey, PT, OCS James Percy Long, PT, DPT, MA, CSCS
Deborah Wieder Singer, PT, ATC Tracey McKibben Kennedy, PT
65 Years Mary Anne Smith, PT Randall Chris Moore, PT, MSPT, MBA, OCS
Dorothy Sue Snavley, PT, DPT, OCS A. Denise Price, PTA
Anne Prochazka, PT Patricia J. Strazar, PT, DPT, MS, AT, SCS Donald William Radlinski, PT, DPT
Joyce Marie Wendel, PT, CLT, GCS Theresa Maria Sambor, PTA
60 Years Jean L. Wendland Porter, PT Allison Mary Swisher, PT
Kathleen P. Whalen, PT Judith Elwyn Toivonen, PT
Robert L Arledge, PT Tina Forsythe Whalen, PT, DPT, MPA, EdD
Raymond L. McCoy, PT Robert Zimmerman, PT, OCS 15 Years
Helen M Stewart, PT
25 Years Kristen M. Butler, PT, MPT
55 Years Wendy Lynn Campbell, DPT, PCS
Debra A. Belcher, PT Nicholas Allen Cosgray, PT
David T Swann, PT Edward Norman Bunn, PT Ronald Lee Coxson, Jr, PT
Brian Coote, PT MBA Jody Marie Dean, PT
45 Years Barbara F. Domsic, PT John James DeWitt, PT, DPT, SCS, AT
Sean P. Gallivan, PT, MS, C/NDT, NCS John Patrick Dolan, PT, Amanda M.
Edward F. Silverio, PT Brian E. Jans, PT, DPT Forshey, PT, OCS
Donald O. Tootle, PT Joel K Klekamp, PT, MBA, OCS Anthony J. Ganim, PT, OCS
Douglas Kohn, PT, PhD Arlynn Lee Hansell, PT
40 Years Melissa L. Kontsis, PT, SCS Rachel Lynn Heyl, PT, MEd, ATC, SCS
Janine M. Laughlin, PT Amy Christine Jackson, PT
Harlan Dale Arnold, PT Mark Vincent Paterno, PT,PhD,MBA,SCS Rosemarie Jaworski, PT, DPT
Amelia Balale, PT, MS Rebecca Bogner Rebitski, PT, MED Linda A. Kinser, PT, Cert MDT, CMP
Patricia A. Churavy, PT Scott Sayre, PT Lynn M. Leija, PT
Lynda Corea, PT Carolyn Ann Shisler, PT Danyelle Denise Lupkey, PT
Kathryn R. Grubbe, PT Eric Sitch, PT Richard B. Luyster, PT
Barbara Lee Holland, PT Debbie Sternen, PT Kelly K. McNeal, PT
Jay H. Jackson, PT, Kathleen B. Szirony, PT, DPT Karen K. Noftsinger, PTA
B J. Kidd, PT Erin Michelle Thomas, PT, DPT David Benjamin Ott, PT
Victoria R. Macklin, PT Dolores Tocorzic, PTA Melinda Clark Poling, PT, MPT, DPT
Douglas Eugene Majka, PT Elizabeth Trame, PT, MBA, Med Kelly R. Rutan, PT
Joyce C Napolz, PT Elisa Marie Zuber, PT, PhD Thomas Joseph Saba, Jr, PT, DPT
Beryl Ann Smith, PT, DPT, MS, PCS
35 Years 20 Years Emily Stamm, PT
Christine Michelle Sweeney, PT
Jodell M. Bender, PT Philip Albert Anloague, PT, DHSc Kathy Jo Tolle, PT
Michael K. Huth, PT Edward Joseph Ash, PT, OCS Maureen Elizabeth Urbanick, PT, MPT, GCS
Thomas Lasky, PT, OCS Julianne Badylak, PT Heather Leigh Wendell, PT
Rick Wickstrom, PT, DPT, CPE, CDMS Michelle Terese Beigi, PT Madalynn Tzagournis Wendland, PT, DPT, PCS
Andrew Matthew Beltz, PT Patricia Reile Young, PT
30 Years Mark E. Cristell, PT, DPT, OCSDN, OCS
William J. Duffy, PT, FAAOMPT, OCS 10 Years
James Benedict, PT Janelle Rene Gant, PT
Thomas J. Caldwell, PT, DPT, ATC Dennis A. Garlock, PT Mary Beth Allman, PT
Gary Steven Chleboun, PT, PhD Amy L. Hassen, PT, DPT, MTC, OCS Jessica Dawn Anders, PT
Sam M. Coppoletti, PT, DPT, CSCS Cheryl Lee Henthorn, PT Jennifer Lynn Anderson, PT
Amy K Davison, PT Angela Kristine Keir, PTA Stephanie Arend, PT
Betsy K Donahoe-Fillmore, PT, PhD, PCS Melissa Shearer Kidder, PT, DPT, OCS Beverly N. Arnold, PT, DPT
Diane Galvin, PT
Renee Halfhill, PT
Pamela Lynn Jackson, PTA
Andrew Louis Morris, PT, DPT
Patricia Mounsey-Carpenter, PT
Joyce Marilyn Nahigian, PT

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Angela Basham, PT, DPT, OCS Gary Joseph Cangelosi, PT, DPT Jack Pan, PT
Tracy Jean Beck, PT Christopher Alan Charles, PT Courtney Petrone, PT
Erica Lynn Borstelman, PT Marc Aaron Colclasure, PT Ashley G. Pinger, PT, DPT
Kathleen Marie Boyarko, PT Kathleen Margaret Contri, PT, DPT Kate Poeppelman, PT, DPT
Kari Ellyn Brown Budde, PT, DPT, SCS Benjamin Kenneth Cooksey, PT, DPT Whitney L. Quiambao, OTR/L, PT, MPT, CHT
Thomas J. Busemeyer, PT, DPT, CI Alison Daily, PT, DPT Acacia Rampulla, PT
Earl Darnel Clapp, PT, MPT Maria R. DAmore, PT, PCS Bryon Renwand, PT, DPT
Jeanne Cole, PT Terri Lynn Dinkelaker, PT Jessica Lou Richter, PT
Katherine J. Damico, PT, DPT, OCS Douglas Ryan Ebner, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS Lauren Nadine Roskoph, PT, DPT
Jane Alison Davis, PT Lauren Marie Esposito, PT Kristin Elaine Sams, PT, MPT
Alison Augustine Ferrara, PT, MPT Melinda Ryan Ferguson, PT, DPT Nicholas A. Sanders, PT, DPT, CSCS, CIDN
Alyssa Ruth Marie George, PT, DPT, OCS Kelsey K. Fox, PT, DPT Sara Lynn Schiffbauer, PT, DPT, NCS
Lindsay E. Harmon-Matthews, PT, OCS Jessica Fulton, PT, DPT Dave A. Schordock, PT, DPT, JD, CSCS
Julie C. Hensley, PTA Maura K. Gardner, PT, DPT Samantha Brianne Seislove, PT, DPT
Sarah Marie Hoge, PT, DPT Jennifer K. Gayler, PT, DPT Aarika Giovanna Sheehan, PT, DPT
Kristin Marie Holbrook, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS Yasmine Noel Ghoddoosi, PT, DPT Raymond Edward Shijo, PT
Florence Hrusch, PT Tristen Amanda Kay Giesey, PT, DPT Joel Sivillo, PT, DPT, MS
Danielle Marie Johnson, PT Margaret Grassell, PT, DPT, OCS Jennifer Maykut Smith, PT, DPT, CSCS, OCS
Melody Anise Klontz, PT Kim Gregg, PT Tammyan Metz Starr, PT
Elaine Marie Kroth, PTA Katherine S. Griebel, PT, DPT Shannon Mary Steele, PT
Deanna Marie Lamb, PT, MA Julie Lucarelli Gruden, PT Jennifer C. Stoner, PT, DPT
Daren Robert Lynch, PT, MPT, OCS Cherryanne Gunsch, PT Sherry Stout, PTA
Colleen Marie Mannion, PT Emily Hart, PT, DPT Katherine Lynette Sullivan, PT, DPT, ATC, SCS
Elizabeth Gabrielle Maus, PT, DPT, PCS Jessica Lynn Hayden, PT, DPT Jeffrey Swiers, PT, DPT
Desiree Renae McClanahan, PT Ashleigh Helbert, PT Paul F. Tadak, PT,DPT,FAAOMPT,OCS
Tressa Ann Mehl, PT, DPT Melissa Hite, PTA Elayna Ann Theiss, PT, DPT, OCS
Tracy Moody Cessna, PT, DPT Andrew Clay Hundley, PT Rene’ L. Thomas, PT, DPT
Cortney Ann Myer, PT, DPT, SCS Alyssa Merlot Husted, PT, DPT Anthony Trem, PT, DPT, SCS
Victoria Lynn Nash, PT Eric Jankov, PT Alexandra Lynn Tucci, PT
Aaron Joseph Oberding, PTA Michelle Ann Jefferson, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS Leslie Vanzant, PT
Maureen Carol Pace, PTA Kristin Ashley Jeremy, PTA Julie Ann Vaughan, PT
Samantha Ellen Parkhurst, PT, DPT Denise Virginia Johnson, PT Meredith Stewart Vegh, PT
Kari Elizabeth Perin, PT, DPT Jaimie Marie Joosten, PT, DPT Kelly Lynne Wheeler, PT, DPT
Joni Elizabeth Rapp, PT Justin Erik Jorgensen, PT, DPT Katherine White, PT, DPT
Nick D. Reimer, PT, DPT Emily Anne Kallen, PT, GCS Kristen Renee White, PT, DPT
Kimberly Jean Ritter, PT Randy Karim, PT, DPT, CBIS, NCS Meredith Leah Wilhelm, PT, DPT
Anson Brennan Rosenfeldt, PT, DPT, MBA, NCS Mallory Lynn Kasper, PT Kristi Wilkins, PT, DPT
Valerie Elyce Ruddock, PT Michael J. Kasson, PT Katrina Williams, PT, DPT
Carla Cacini Sell, PT, DPT Joshua Allen Kempton, PT, AT Daniel James Yanek, PT
Eran Shiloh, PT Jessica Marie Knallay, PTA Sarah Elizabeth Zuch, PT
Camille M. Sorrells, PT, MBA, OCS Christopher Paul Kolba, PT
Philip David Toal, DPT, FAAOMPT, OCS Marsha Levenson, PT, DPT *Information is provided by APTA.
Kristina Lynn Vanderwall, PT Meghan Beth MacLean, PT, DPT, NCS If your name was omitted or
Burr Wellington, PT Kristin Marie McDonald, PT printed in error, please contact
Kara Mackenzie Wilschutz, PT Kristin Ellen McLean, PT, DPT the APTA to update your
Jaclyn M. Metro, PT, DPT, GCS membership record.
5 Years Rebecca Mustard Metz, PT
Christine N. Miller, PT
Alicia Anne Almond, PT, DPT, NCS Amanda Megan Murray, PT, DPT, PhD
Kelli Barto, DPT, ATC Monica Alyce Myers, PT, DPT
Christine M. Becks, PT, DPT, OCS, AT Brittany Clements Nelson, PT, DPT
Linda L. Benson, PT, MPT, CAPTCC Riley Labron Oliver, II, PT
Megan Ann Boettcher, PT, DPT
Kevin Logan Brochetti, PT, DPT, C-OMPT

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Legislative & Payment Policy Report Legislative & Payment Policy Report

Legislative Report: Legislation Would Require
Updates & Insights Coverage for Autism Services –
Passes in Lame Duck
Amanda Sines and Mikayla Pollitt – Government Advantage Group
Former Representative Cheryl Grossman (R – Grove City)
Board Consolidation Doesn’t Pass and Representative Lou Terhar (R – Cincinnati) introduced
in Lame Duck legislation that would require insurance coverage for autism
treatment. Health insurance coverage for Applied Behavior
In November and December of 2016 OPTA spent a great Analysis (ABA) and other medically necessary treatments for
deal of time on proposals to consolidate several licensure autism is currently available in state employee health benefit
boards. Two pieces of legislation were introduced, House plans and non-grandfathered plans in the individual and
Bill 617 and Senate Bill 366. Senate Bill 366 and House Bill small group markets. This coverage is required as a result of
617, if enacted, would have consolidated several healthcare administrative action taken by Governor Kasich in 2012.
professional boards. Under this proposal, physical therapists
would be licensed by a newly created Physical Health Services According to the bill proponents, insurers in Ohio have
Board and would only have one seat on the board. continued to deny coverage for this treatment if the affected
individual is covered by a fully insured large group plan or a
The bills also contained a provision that was intended to grandfathered plan in the small group or individual markets.
resolve any perceived anti-trust vulnerabilities to the Boards. Litigation was filed against the Ohio Department of Medicaid
This would have created a new review process through the for non-compliance with Federal Employee Health Benefit
Department of Administrative Services. Plans (EPSDT).

The Ohio Physical Therapy Association was able to act HB 350 proposed that the same coverage currently
quickly on this proposal. Action Alerts were sent to OPTA required by the 2012 administrative action also be required in
members. The OPTA worked with numerous other effected fully insured large group plans and grandfathered small group
professions to coordinate efforts. A letter was sent to all and individual plans.
members of the General Assembly, signed by 16 organizations,
stating opposition to the board consolidation. This letter also Under the act, benefits provided shall cover at a minimum:
expressed that the groups did not object to the anti-trust review
process. 1. 20 visits per year for speech and language therapy
or occupational therapy for an enrollee under the age
HB 617 was referred to House Government Accountability of 14 that is performed by a licensed therapist;
and Oversight Committee where it ultimately had one hearing.
2. 20 hours per week of clinical therapeutic
The legislation did not pass during the Lame Duck session intervention for an enrollee under the age of 14
in 2016 because of the grassroots efforts by professional that is provided by or under the supervision of a
associations. Thank you to all OPTA members who took professional who is licensed, certified, or registered
the time to call and email their representatives! Your efforts by an appropriate agency of this state to perform such
did not go unnoticed. However, we expect the issue to be services in accordance with a health treatment plan;
considered again in 2017. Government Advantage Group will and
be monitoring this issue.
3. 30 visits per year for mental or behavioral health
outpatient services for an enrollee under the age
of 14 that are performed by a licensed psychologist,
psychiatrist, or physician providing consultation,
assessment, development, or oversight of
treatment plans.

Under the bill “Therapeutic care” means services provided
by a speech therapist, occupational therapist, or physical
therapist licensed or certified in the state in which the person
practices.

In the last days of the 131st General Assembly, House Bill
350 was amended into House Bill 463. HB 463 was ultimately
signed into law by the Governor on January 4, 2017.

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Medicaid School Program Payment Policy Report Legislative & Payment Policy Report
Enacted
Robert Swinehart – Payment Policy Specialist
Representative Anthony DeVitis (R-Green) sponsored
House Bill 89, legislation that originally proposed increases to Ohio Medicaid sent the following
the amount of funding school districts can recover through the information that was effective
federal Medicaid in Schools Program. 1/1/2017 regarding non-institutional
wheelchair evaluations; the Ohio
Early in 2016 the Ohio Department of Medicaid released Medicaid DME program, regarding
a bulletin that the Medicaid School Program will no longer CPT 97542 Wheelchair management,
be reimbursing for therapy services if the service was not is now separately reimbursable in
ordered by a physician (or a practitioner of the healing arts). the non-institutional setting effective
This change to the Medicaid reimbursement does not impact for dates of services on and after
a school districts’ obligation to provide the services to students 01/01/17 the effective date of -OAC
with an IEP, only the districts’ ability to access reimbursement 5160-10-16 “DMEPOS: wheelchairs”.
for the services provided to Medicaid eligible students.
The rule language can be found at OAC 5160-10-16:
Understandably, many associations were concerned by
this policy, including the OPTA. We worked with other affected (2) Evaluators The following professionals may
provider groups (occupational therapists, speech therapists, and evaluate an individual’s particular needs:
audiologists) and reached out to others affected by the change.
(a) For wheelchairs incorporating CRT, a physiatrist,
HB 89 was ultimately substituted in the Senate to be orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, physical therapist,
the vehicle to change Ohio law to allow physical therapists, or occupational therapist; or
occupational therapists, speech therapists, and audiologists
to be ORP providers for the Medicaid School Program. Cheryl (b) For wheelchairs not incorporating CRT, a physician,
VanHoose represented the OPTA giving testimony to support physical therapist, or occupational therapist.
the legislation.
(5) Evaluation and management
Governor Kasich signed HB 89 on December 19, 2016.
This legislation has now been enacted. (a) An evaluator may receive payment for determining
an individual’s needs for a wheelchair. Not more than
Physical Therapists Practice Act one payment will be made per wheelchair per individual.
Legislation
Be aware that Ohio BWC is accepting the new evaluation
Prior Representative Tim Brown (R – Bowling Green) and codes effective 1/1/2017, and if you should make the change in
Representative Bill Reineke (R – Tiffin) introduced House Bill your claims submission process effective 1/1/2017. If you still
169 in the 131st General Assembly to update the practice act have questions regarding how to determine the best codes to
for physical therapists. The legislation did two important things: use for the new evaluation coding, APTA has offered numerous
webinars which are available to view on how to determine the
• Clarified that “physical therapy” includes determining a best code. Please refer to the APTA for assistance if there are
diagnosis in order to treat a person’s physical impairments, still questions.
functional limitations, and physical disabilities; determining
a prognosis; and determining a plan of therapeutic PQRS reporting has sunsetted effective 12/31/2016 which
intervention, and means there will be no reporting of PQRS starting 1/1/2017.
This has prompted several questions regarding MIPS and
• Added that physical therapy includes ordering tests such Advanced Alternate Payment Model. Therapy services is not
as diagnostic imaging and studies that are performed and included in the MIPS reporting at this time but it is expected
interpreted by other licensed health care professionals. that in 2019 therapy services will be required to report. Therapy
services are also not included in the APM at this time so no
OPTA worked diligently on behalf of its members to make reporting is needed. Functional limitation reporting along with
significant progress on the updated practice act legislation. continued modifier reporting are still required for payers that
Representative Bill Reineke (R-88), the second primary required it prior to 2017.
sponsor of HB 169, remains committed to the legislation and is
eager to reintroduce during the 132nd General Assembly. There have been several comments regarding specific
payers having difficulty processing authorizations, not having
OPTA members are encouraged to remain active and updated patient benefits loaded as well as claims not being
advocate for the practice act modifications included in HB processed in a prompt manner. As of the date of this article, all
169. As always, you want to be the “go to” expert for physical issues with updating payer codes have been resolved. If you
therapy information. find a payer who has not updated their payment codes to the
new evaluation codes, please contact OPTA.
For more information, contact Amanda or Mikayla at:
[email protected] and [email protected] CMS will issue national provider Comparative Billing
Report (CBR) on Physical Therapy in February to help you
understand applicable Medicare billing rules. The CBR,
produced by CMS contractor eGlobalTech, focuses on physical

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Meet the Candidates Payment Policy Report therapist identified in the CBR, not to the facility. Take the
report seriously, as it is identifying variances in your billing
(continued) from your peers. The same codes are being analyzed in the
2017 data as it was in 2015. (CPT codes 97001, 97035, 97110,
therapy in private practice. CBRs contain data-driven tables 97112, 97140, 97530, & G0283) If you receive a report in both
with an explanation of findings that compare your billing and years, you should pay particular attention to what the reports
payment patterns to those of your peers in your state and say. There may not be a problem but your documentation must
across the nation. reflect medical necessity and your billing reflect what was
performed for the patient. The difference from your peers may
CBRs are not publicly available. Update your fax number trigger a deeper review of your documentation from CGS. It is
in the Medicare Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership a perfect time to review documentation policies and to insure
System (PECOS) to make sure you receive your report. all therapists follow documentation requirements.
Contact the CBR Support Help Desk at 800-771-4430 or
[email protected] with questions or to receive For more information, contact the OPTA office at:
your CBR by mail. For more information, visit the CBR website. [email protected]

This information was reported by CGS on their January 5,
2017 Part B e-newsletter.

A few additional comments about the Comparative
Billing Reports going out. The reports will be faxed to the NPI

OPTA Elections

Meet the Candidates

Elections will be held online from March 25 – April 24, The knowledge I have learned in this role help to maintain
2017, following Annual Conference. Full candidate and improve the economic stability of our clinic. These skills,
bios can be found on the Elections page of the OPTA in addition to my fine attention to detail, organizational skills
website and all members will receive an email with and pure passion for the profession of physical therapy are
login and voting instructions from our partners at examples of why I feel I am the strongest candidate to continue
AssociationVoting.com. as Treasurer. I look forward to the opportunity to advance
the association’s financial strength and contribution to our
Candidates for Treasurer profession.

(1 to be elected) Marcus Williams, PT, DPT, MBA

Kim Doolittle-Koran, PT, DPT, OCS OPTA District: Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 2009
OPTA District: East Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 2007 I take much pride in the prospect
of having the opportunity to serve as
It has been an honor to serve Treasurer for the OPTA. Having been
as Treasurer of the OPTA over the raised in a family where financial
last two years and I am excited for prudence and fiscal responsibly was
the opportunity to continue this path stressed with every adjustment of the
as Treasurer. I first became intrigued thermostat, turn or the faucet, and
by the association as a student and flip of a light switch I can certainly
found this chapter to be inspiring. I appreciate the importance of the
quickly became active at the district Treasurer role. Even as I progress
level, eventually operating as District professionally these instilled values continue to be fundamental
Chair. As current Treasurer, I have to my decision-making processes. I joined the Physical
demonstrated the capability to work alongside the Finance Therapy profession in 2012 after graduating from The Ohio
Committee, Executive Director, and Board of Directors during State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Since
all aspects of the budgetary process. I provide financial that time, I’ve went on to earn an MBA through the Fisher
oversight on a monthly basis and make recommendations College of Business with a focus in Strategy, Operations &
to the Board while considering the mission and goals of Logistics and I currently serve as a Rehab Services Manager in
the association and keep the member’s best interest in the the Sports Medicine Department at The Ohio State University
forefront. My administrative role with Summa Health brings Wexner Medical Center. I’m a huge proponent of the OPTA
experience of employee engagement and recognition, and I’m strongly committed to the shared values and principles
patient satisfaction, marketing and growth, enhancing at the foundation of their strategic plan. I hope to apply my
productivity, quality assurance, and daily operations and particular range of experiences and ideals to help the OPTA in
scheduling challenges. I work with my team to ensure we its efforts to enhance the practice of Physical Therapy in Ohio.
provide compassionate, high quality, evidence-based care.

10 | March 2017 | OPTA

Candidates for Director III Candidate for Chief Delegate Meet the Candidates

(1 to be elected) (1 to be elected)

Rob Dunham, PT, DPT Michelle Masterson, PT, PhD

OPTA District: Southwest OPTA District: Northwest
Date of Chapter Membership: 2004 Date of Chapter Membership: 1984

I am honored and humbled to I am honored to be nominated
be nominated for Director III. Being to be re-elected for the position of
on the executive board this past year Chief Delegate to the APTA House
has been a great experience filled of Delegates. My first term as Chief
with learning. It also has validated my Delegate began in July 2014, and
deeply held belief in our organization because of excellent mentoring from
and the value it provides to our my predecessor, I was able to hit the
members and prospective members. ground running and lead the Ohio
Healthcare is changing on a monthly delegation through the 2015 and
if not daily basis and I believe we 2016 HOD. I used my organizational
need to be able to respond swiftly and efficiently to these skills in the months leading up to the HOD to navigate the
changes to best provide value for our membership and our many processes and procedures required to effectively prepare
profession. I believe that to respond effectively we have to for the HOD, including mentoring and facilitating delegates in
work outside our comfort zones and challenge the status quo. their roles and responsibilities. I also spoke with and presented
I have held many roles in the organization and have a great to some of our constituents in two different districts about the
understanding of our committee work. I currently oversee a issues being presented and discussed at the upcoming HOD
multi-disciplinary corporate health and wellness center that to gather their input and ideas. For the 2017 HOD, the Ohio
requires us to respond to our employer, the industrial employer, delegation is preparing to take an even more active and vocal
and our patients daily. In summary, my working with a great role. Further, I plan to expand the “Road Show” concept to
legislative team to introduce and fight legislation, leading other districts to discuss issues and gather constituent input
the charge to raise PAC dollars, and challenging fortune 100 so that we most effectively represent them at the 2017 HOD. It
executives demonstrate that I have always pushed to elevate is through the interactions and experiences I’ve had as Chief
our organization, my employer, and profession. It is with that Delegate that I have also been able to encourage students
passion that I humbly and respectfully ask for your vote for and colleagues to increase their involvement in the profession
Director III. by attending meetings, volunteering for leadership roles, and
participating in advocacy efforts. It has been a wonderful and
Pamela Ritzline, PT, EdD empowering experience to be part of the process that shapes
and defines our profession. I look forward to your vote so we
OPTA District: East Central can continue these efforts.
Date of Chapter Membership: July 2015
(previously with TN Chapter 2007-2015) Candidates for Delegate

I am pleased to be slated for (3 to be elected)
the position of Director for the Ohio
Physical Therapy Association. Anthony DiFilippo, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS
Although a relatively new member
of OPTA, I have represented the OPTA District: Northeast
Ohio Chapter at Federal and State Date of Chapter Membership: 1990
Advocacy events. I have extensive
experience in various leadership I am honored and humbled to be
roles and have had the privilege of slated as delegate for Ohio. It has been
serving three other Chapters (Texas, my distinct pleasure to serve the OPTA
Indiana, and Tennessee). I currently serve in leadership roles in the role of president for the past six
through the APTA as well as the Commission on Accreditation years. As chapter president, my role
in Physical Therapy Education. I am passionate about physical included service as a delegate and a
therapy and welcome the opportunity to serve members in link to the OPTA Board of Directors
an OPTA leadership role. I look forward to becoming actively as liaison for the delegation. In total,
involved in the OPTA. Thank you for considering me for the I have served Ohio as a delegate
position of Director. for the past nine years. During this
time, the issues affecting the association and profession have
been ever changing. I bring a wide breadth of experience
in terms of practice settings as well as knowledge of issues
regarding external organizations and regulatory agencies. I
know the history, have national contacts and understand the

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Meet the Candidates time and effort that is required of the position to represent working together with our colleagues to create our future.
Ohio effectively. During my tenure, collectively in the House of Being a part of this decision-making body, at this time of my
Delegates, we have revised the Code of Ethics and the Vision career, and work with forward thinking colleagues to help
Statement. These documents will guide our profession and shape our future, would be an honor. Please vote for me and
association for years to come. These are exciting times for let’s move forward together!
the House of Delegates, I sincerely hope to be a participant in
these conversations to continue to promote the APTA’s vision. Rick Wickstrom, PT, DPT, CPE, CDMS
I ask for your vote to be a delegate for OPTA so that I may
continue to be of service to you and our profession. OPTA District: West Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 1984
Heather Schradin, PT, DPT, CIDN
It would be an honor to serve as
OPTA District: West Central a delegate for the Ohio Chapter. As
Date of Chapter Membership: 2010 a physical therapist and ergonomic
consultant in private practice, I have
For the last six years, I have been passionate as an advocate
been an active member of the for change to improve our practice
APTA and I am excited to have the environment. My strengths include
opportunity to become more involved persistence and practical experience
in this organization. As a practicing with systems improvements, legislative
Physical Therapist for the past three advocacy, membership, networking
years, I am constantly striving to grow and applied research. I believe that it takes bottom up action
personally and professionally. I feel a by members in all districts and practice settings to create better
great responsibility to be taking a role opportunities for physical therapy professionals and the people
in an association which supports the we serve.
profession I love. My involvement in the PAC and State Affairs
Committee has broadened my understanding of key issues Michael Bogden, PT, DPT
that impact our profession. I look to contribute positive, fresh
ideas through this position. I’m excited to learn and grow while OPTA District: Northeast
absorbing knowledge from those around me. I pledge to be a Date of Chapter Membership: 2010
hard-working, organized individual ready for this new challenge.
  It is an honor to be considered
Megan Donaldson, PT, PhD, FAAOMPT for an OPTA delegate position and
OPTA District: East Central I am excited at the possibility to
Date of Chapter Membership: 2001 continue serving in this role. Over
the past three terms as an OPTA
It has been a great honor to Delegate, I have gained considerable
serve as an Ohio Delegate to the experience in my understanding
APTA’s House of Delegates. The Ohio of the current issues affecting our
chapter and delegation has been state. Additionally, as the Northeast
recognized nationally for being very District State Affairs Coordinator, Ohio
active. However, we must not stop at legislative representative to the APTA Sports Section, and
this critical time. It would be my honor active legislative advocate, I am aware of the current issues
to represent Ohio’s physical therapy affecting our profession. Furthermore, as a residency trained
professionals and our collective and board certified clinician currently finishing a manual
beliefs as it relates to our nation’s therapy fellowship, I have a passion for physical therapy and
healthcare reform, suggested models of payment for physical desire to help strengthen our profession. Through my prior
therapy services, alternative pain management choices, and experience as delegate I have a better understanding of the
create opportunities for physical therapists to be recognized discussion and direction we need to take in our profession
as the practitioner of choice. I am passionate about serving to reach our true potential as health care providers. I truly
our physical therapy profession, and believe that the delegate believe that continuing to work in the capacity of delegate is
role is critical to our future as professionals. In my past term, an area I can significantly contribute in to help all members
I worked with physical therapists and physical therapist of our association. I greatly appreciate your consideration for
assistants to ensure our collective voices were heard. I work in the position of delegate and look forward to the possibility of
several roles within physical therapy, an active clinician, clinical continuing to contribute to one of the greatest chapters of the
researcher, faculty member (in DPT education), educational APTA, the Ohio chapter.
consultant, and pro-bono PT services to an underserved
population. I believe my current positions provides a foundation
and additional network for resources to better understand
critical issues at a state and national level. I believe the Ohio
delegation can grow to be even better and have a larger voice

12 | March 2017 | OPTA

J.J. Kuczynski, PT, DPT, OCS Ken Kirby, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, OCS, CSCS, CHWC Meet the Candidates

OPTA District: Central OPTA District: Central
Date of Chapter Membership: 2010 Date of Chapter Membership: 2011

The Ohio Physical Therapy I am both honored and excited to
Association has a proven record have been nominated for the position
of being a leader among the state of Delegate. I have been fortunate to
chapters of the APTA and this serve the APTA since 2003 as both
includes the continual promotion and a student and young professional.
protection of our profession. In my More recently I have served as an
experiences with the OPTA, I have Alternate Delegate for the OPTA
had the privilege to see the consistent and PAC Coordinator for the Central
passion, expertise, and leadership that District. During this time I have gained
makes this possible. It is my hope to valuable experience which I will use to
contribute to this ongoing success that the OPTA strives for on help Ohio continue to be a leading chapter of the APTA. My 10
an annual basis. I have demonstrated consistent involvement years of experience as a practitioner of physical therapy has
in the OPTA during annual Leadership Development allowed me to witness both the challenges and opportunities
Conferences, presentations at Annual Conference and the clinicians face in daily practice. More recently, the changing
Research Symposium, participation in Advocacy Day, and political climate has allowed me to see the importance of our
attendance at the State Policy and Payment Forum and involvement in our national association. We need to be able to
PT Day on Capitol Hill. My desire to contribute leadership voice our concerns and have them heard. My goal as Delegate
to the OPTA is represented by these contributions and is to help build and foster relationships amongst our leaders
has been formally recognized by the OPTA and APTA. and members and to help develop a voice for Ohio in the
These experiences have equipped me with the confidence, future of our profession. I feel my experience and passion as a
knowledge, and networking that is vital to serve as a Delegate clinician will help guide our profession to success. I would be
for the OPTA. I would be grateful for your consideration and honored to receive your vote.
support to serve in this capacity. Thank you!

Kari Lindegren, PT, DPT

OPTA District: Southwest
Date of Chapter Membership: 2015

I am running for delegate for the
OPTA and am extremely passionate
about getting more involved while
helping shape the future direction
of our profession. I graduated from
Emory University in Atlanta, GA in
May 2015 where I also served as
the President of the Student Special
Interest Group and was also extremely
involved in the state’s legislative
affairs. Since moving to Ohio, I have completed my orthopedic
residency and have spent time over the past year leaning
more about Ohio’s current state affairs. I am now committed
to getting more involved in OPTA as a delegate. As a physical
therapy student, I developed an interest in serving as a
delegate after sitting in meetings and discussing motions with
other delegates. I also watched the APTA House of Delegates
where the rich discussions about how to improve the care we
give to our patients and progress our profession excited me
and motivated me to become involved. As a delegate for the
OPTA I hope to serve and represent other physical therapists
by presenting issues and holding discussions pertinent to
our state and the communities we serve. I hope you consider
voting me for the position of delegate for the OPTA.

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CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

2017 OPTA Scientific Symposium – #ChoosePT:

Evidence for Physical Therapy Pain Management Without Opioids

October 20, 2017: Columbus Airport Marriott, 1375 N. Cassady Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219

The United States is experiencing an epidemic of Deadline for Submission: April 23, 2017
prescription opioid overdose, a quadrupling since 1999. The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is “urging SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Each presentation
health care providers to reduce the use of opioids in favor submission will be accepted online and must include the
of safe alternatives like physical therapy.”1 As part of the following for consideration:
#ChoosePT campaign, APTA advocates “before accepting a
prescription for opioids, patients should talk to their health care 1. Title of presentation (up to 150 characters)
providers about related risks and safer alternatives.”2 Physical
therapy professionals play a crucial role in providing evidence 2. Description of the presentation clearly stating how you
based treatment of pain without the danger of opioid use. will address one of the above topics (at least 100, but
no more than 200 words)
OPTA’s 2017 Scientific Symposium will focus on the
evidence to support physical therapy interventions for 3. Presentation outline including length of time on each
pain management —across the continuum (including all topic. Must be 16 to 18 minutes total (see below for
portions of the lifespan and in all practice areas, including more info)
but not limited to pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, sports
physical therapy, neurology, oncology, cardiopulmonary, 4. Learning objectives – at least 3 following the document
acute care, women’s/men’s health, wound care, etc.). Writing Effective Learning Objectives for Your OPTA
Conference Presentation (75-150 words)
Evidence-based presentation proposals are now being
accepted on topics related to: 5. Preliminary bibliography of at least 5 works published
within the past 10 years
● DESCRIPTION of pain management across the
lifespan and across the continuum of physical 6. Presenter information: name, phone number, email
therapy care, including communication, terminology, address, credentials/qualifications to teach the specific
and documentation. course material, pertinent previous speaking history (at
● PURPOSE of pain management in physical therapy least 100, but no more than 200 words each presenter).
practice, how this intervention has changed based on
current evidence, and implications for physical therapy PRESENTATION FORMAT: Research Shorts will showcase
practice today and in the future. speakers who will educate our audience in short snippets of well-
● INNNOVATIONS in evidence-based pain management. developed information. Speakers will be challenged to hone
● APPLICATION/DEVELOPMENT of evidence-based their presentation to include important material and inspire the
physical therapy interventions for improving audience in 15 to 18 minutes. Presenters will have the opportunity
pain management. to augment their presentation with PowerPoint slides that are
● OUTCOMES of physical therapy interventions concise and visually pleasing.
for improvement of pain management and effect on
improvement in the human experience, including SUBMISSION OF PRESENTATIONS: Submissions will
case studies. be accepted online via OPTA’s Conference Submission Portal
● REVIEW of current clinical practice guidelines or ohiopt.org/events_symposium_por. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE
other evidence-based documents related to pain BY April 23, 2017. Confirmation of receipt will be sent via email.
management.
TIMELINE FOR REVIEW: Presentations will be reviewed
1http://www.moveforwardpt.com/choose-physical-therapy-over-opioids-for-pain-management- by the Conference Committee during the month of June.
choosept. Accessed 10/30/2016. Letters of acceptance or denial will be sent out via email.
2http://www.moveforwardpt.com/choosept/toolkit#PTPTAFactSheet. Accessed 12/13/16.
QUESTIONS? Contact the OPTA office at (614) 855-4109
14 | March 2017 | OPTA or [email protected].



SCHEDULE OF EVENTS COLUMB2US0, 1O7H
ANNUAL CONFERENCE

THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2017

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. OPTA’s Advocacy Day

*FREE event is a great addition to Annual Conference

FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2017

8 - 9 a.m. Breakfast & Registration

9 - 11:45a.m. Morning Sessions
9 - 10:15 a.m.
10:30 - 11:45 a.m.

10:15 - 10: 30 a.m. Break
11:45 a.m. -12:45 p.m. Networking Lunch

1:00 p.m.– 3:45 p.m. Afternoon Sessions
2:15 - 2:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.– 2:15 p.m.
2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Break

4 - 5 p.m. Annual Student Challenge

5 - 5:15 p.m. Networking
5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Oxford Debate

6:15- 8:15 p.m. PACcy Hour
Political Action Committee Fundraiser

SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2017

6:30 - 7:30 a.m. Group Fitness (optional)

8 - 9 a.m. Registration & Morning Buzz - Coffee Bar &
9 - 11:45 a.m. Networking

Morning Sessions
9 - 10:15 a.m.
10:30 -11:45 a.m.

10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Break OHIOPT.ORG

12:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Membership Recognition Meeting & Luncheon A comprehensive overview of all
course sessions, times and
1:45 - 4:30 p.m. Afternoon Sessions presenters can be found on
2:45- 3:00 p.m. 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. OhioPT.org on the Annual
3 - 4:30 p.m. Conference page.
Break
Registration ends March 12, 2017!
Annual Conference Concludes
4:30 p.m.

16 | March 2017 | OPTA

Morning Sessions

Breakfast & Registration 8 - 9 a.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2017

OPTA’s Advocacy Day 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
*FREE event is a great addition to Annual Conference

THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2017

NUUMAB2LUS0C,I1NOEO7THnHhaNEncCFinLEIgNRYIoCEur&NRBoClEe YiEnOtNheD:SCHEDULE OF EVENTS COLUMBU2S,01O7H “Documentation: Demonstrate Your Value” is 2017 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Physical Therapy Profession ideal for the therapist looking for unique ways to reflect
their unique and valuable skills that they possess and how
2017 to promote the positive outcomes that PT delivers.

to Annual Conference Get PT 1st! Physical Therapists understand, and research
supports, the enormous value of Physical Therapy in the
017 SESSION DESCRIPTIONS healthcare spectrum. Now more than ever, it is imperative for
physical therapists to document in such a way to reflect the
FRIDAY, MARCH 24 - MORNING SESSIONS unique and valuable skills that Physical Therapists possess,
and the outcomes that PT delivers. The current state of
“Acute Care: Clinical Decision Making” is healthcare is dynamic and demanding. Service providers
face pressures to balance the demands of providing quality
ideal for any physical therapist who wants to get a better service with regulatory compliance, fiscal, reimbursement,
understanding clinical decision making. The APTA, through and legal demands, along with high consumer expectations.
the use of a minimum skills task force, developed core Savvy consumers, referral sources, and payers will choose
competencies for entry level practice in acute care. The the PTs and settings that are able to deliver the best
competencies were developed based on five areas: outcomes in the most cost effective manner.
clinical decision making, communication, safety, patient Presented by Lavonne Elston, PT
management and discharge planning. Clinical decision
making is an integral component of all these areas.

This presentation will focus on clinical decision making from “Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: A Strength Training
receiving the PT evaluation order to appropriate discharge Approach to Rehabilitation and Long-Term
destination. Areas to be covered include triage of patient for Management of Hypermobility” is ideal for
appropriateness of evaluation based on chart review, lab
values and determination of safest discharge plan based therapists who want to learn more about Ehlers-Danlos
on knowledge of patient’s home situation, activity tolerance Syndrome and how strength training can be beneficial for
and insurance regulations. their patients with benign joint hypermobility. Ehlers-Danlos
Presented by Lisa Kohler, PT Syndrome (EDS) is an inherited connective tissue disorder
undraise r that has recently gained attention in the rehabilitation world
due to the increased awareness of the diagnosis and
2017“Differential Diagnosis of the Lumbar Spine limited knowledge on treatments available. The problem is
this condition can take on a variety of clinical presentations
and Lower Extremity Nerve Entrapment” will depending on the diagnosed type (I-V), increasing the
complexity of treatment.
benefit physical therapist in Ohio seeking board certification
- Coffee Binaro&rthopedics. In order to pass the orthopedic certified Hypermobility, or excessive joint movement, is a common
symptom seen across most types due to the alteration
specialty (OCS) examination, physical therapist need to in muscular physiology which can lead to frequent joint
have an expert level knowledge of the lumbosacral plexus dislocations. These patients often experience deficits in
and lower extremity nerves. both joint proprioception and muscular strength which can
commonly escalate into chronic pain and kinesiophobia.
The presentation will help physical therapists differentiate This disorder can be very debilitating for patients if not
diagnosed and managed appropriately. Research is
between pathologieOsHofIOthePlTu.mObRarGspine referring beginning to show that strength training can be beneficial
for patients with benign joint hypermobility and is now
eeting & Lsuynmcphteoomns to the loAwceor mexptrreemheitniessivaenodvleorwvieerwexotfreamll ity shifting to look at its effect on the EDS population.
neuropathies. Not coonluyrsise tsheisssikonnosw, tliemdegseapnedrtinent to
pass the OCS exampOrh,eibsoeuPntTta.eolsrrsgocoitaninsthbimeepAfoonrutnanundat lotondeliver This session will help provide information from the literature
exemplarily care toCoounrfepraetinecnetsp. Tahgee.presentation will focus regarding how to create and implement a strengthening
on case based learning with audience interaction, review program for a patient with EDS type III- (hypermobility type)
of anatomy, nerve Rdeisgtrisibtruattioionns,eanndds Mhoawrctho 1a2p,p2ly01t7h!e for both short-term gains and long-term maintenance-which
is extremely important due to the chronic nature of this
des information clinically. condition. Included will also be a discussion of a variety of
Presented by Cody Mansfield, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS, exercise suggestions and other emerging interventions that
Paul Tadak, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, OCS, and pose possible benefits for this population.
Jake Bleacher, PT, MSPT, OCS Presented by Beth Taylor, PT and Alyssa Kuhn, SPT

FRIDAY, MARCH 24 - AFTERNOON “Linking Pediatric Concussion Research to
the Point-of-Care and Physical Therapy Point-
SESSIONS of-Care Concussion Management to Research”

2017 ANNUAL CONFERENCE “Bridging the Gap: Identifying Opportunities for presents a case study of collaborative efforts between
Involvement, Building Your Personal Brand and a front-line clinician and a researcher to develop a dual
Transitioning from Student to Professional” evidence-based practice and practice-based evidence
program for physical therapy management of pediatric
is ideal for clinicians who are looking to explore how concussions will be discussed.
educational strategies can be used in post-professional
residencies that will help to create an environment of Despite concerted knowledge translation efforts to link
life-long learning in a clinical setting. evidence and practice in healthcare, there is growing
recognition that large gaps persist between what evidence
The role of the PT as an educator is woven within the suggests should happen and what actually happens at the
fabric of APTA’s strategic plan, organization values, and point-of-care. The course will go on to discuss strategies for
advanced clinical practice to transform our profession. reducing variations in practice. In addition, documentation
While the profession recognizes the importance of for a group of clinicians will be provided and high-fidelity
teaching methodology and instruction within entry level example data from a newly developed registry for patients
and post-professional residencies and fellowships, beyond referred to physical therapy for concussion management at
these programs it isn’t always clear how pedagogy Cincinnati Children’s Hospital will be presented.
impacts clinical practice. Additionally, in an ever-changing Presented by Catherine Quatman-Yates, PT, DPT, and
healthcare environment resources, effective mentoring, Jason Hugentobler, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS
and innovative strategies are often difficult to develop and
implement. Tenants of residency and fellowship education
help to facilitate an environment for a life-long learner and
educator in any clinical setting. The purpose of this talk is to “Strength in Numbers: Fusing Clinician and
explore how educational strategies used in post-professional Researchers Expertise for High-Quality Science
residencies and fellowship impact cultural change, clinical and Practice” is ideal for physical therapists who are
practice, and inter-collaborative partnerships.
Presented by Kendra Lucas, PT, DPT and Andrew involved in a clinical research setting and are interested in
Junak, PT, DPT learning more about creating and maintaining an effective
research infrastructure.

Clinician engagement in research can be limited by a
“Issues, Opportunities and Essentials for combination of time, supporting resources, and experience.
Private Practice and Best Practices of Best Substantial efforts to create and maintain a robust
Practicesl” is ideal for therapists who own private research infrastructure are critical to the success of an
integrated clinical research program. This session will
practices looking to understand in-depth components to begin by discussing the impetus for and goals of Ohio
State’s Clinical Outcomes Research Coordinator (CORC)
running their own business. program by one of the program mentors. Formal and
informal training experiences and mentorship partnerships
Owners of Therapy Practices have developed high level will be described. Clinicians who are current members of
skills regarding the treatment of injury to their patients. the CORC program will then detail how their individual
Many are not aware of the other components to running research experience has provided them the skills
their business. After attending this course, the private necessary to disseminate research findings and grow a
practice owners will have a better understanding of the culture of clinician involvement in research endeavors
components of receiving payment for the services performed at OSU. The session will conclude with a question and
in the clinic and how the documentation relates to the billing answer period for audience and panel members to engage
and the audit techniques needed to ensure compliance. in a candid discussion of how similar programs can be
implemented in a variety of clinical settings.
The practice owner will then be presented techniques Presented by Stephanie Di Stasi, PT, PhD, OCS, Kristy
used by top practices which will describe the best Pottkotter, PT, MPT, SCS, Lucas VanEtten, PT, DPT,
practices of the best practices. Practices on marketing, OCS and Katherine Wayman, PT, SCS
communications, productivity and performance reward will
be presented. Lastly, the practice owner will understand the
importance of their accounts receivable and in looking at
financial and statistical reporting.
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PR RESOURCES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Marie Ruskin, OPTA Member Engagement Specialist

One of the many benefits of being Marketing to Health Care Professionals guide and best
an OPTA/APTA member is unlimited practices on the APTA website under ‘Practice & Patient Care.’
access to resources that can help
you grow your business as a physical Maybe your goal is to reach and educate the consumer
therapist. Whether you work within a of physical therapy? There are many resources that will
larger network, or own a practice of help you navigate through the world of advertising, social
your own, learning how to utilize the media and community event planning. Learn how you can
PR resources that APTA has to offer reach your consumers through effective marketing with
will help to grow and strengthen your the Marketing to Consumers toolkit and how to develop
business and your professional brand. social media strategy with the Social Media Tips & Best
If you’ve ever had a chance to scroll through the many benefits Practices. These are all available to you by visiting
APTA offers with your membership, you will see a considerable APTA.org/PRMarketing.
amount of marketing and PR tools available for your use.
One of the most popular forms of PR that we still see Of course, we couldn’t leave without highlighting some
today is the use of news and press releases. This method of the great PR resources exclusively available for our
is the most basic and accepted way to convey information OPTA members through our website makepthappen.com.
to the media. Maybe you’re opening a new clinic, or want to This consumer site was created as a public resource, with
promote a fundraising campaign, a press release is the way you, the physical therapist, in mind. We wanted to create a
to get factual information to your audience. APTA provides site where you could direct someone interested in learning
great resources on how to concisely write in a way that the more about the benefits of physical therapy and a place
media will understand. where they could find a PT in their area. Complete with a
Another aspect to growing your professional brand and symptom & condition section, videos and a news & article
business is building and strengthening your relationships with section, consumers have a place to go to learn more about
other health care professionals (primary care physicians, nurse how PT can improve their lives. We encourage you to share
practitioners, dietitians, etc...). APTA provides resources that this site with your patients, friends, and colleagues, so
will teach you how to effectively create a marketing strategy together we can all #makePThappen.
that can target potential referral sources. You can find a
For more information, contact Marie at:
[email protected].

STUDENT ESSAY WINNERS RECAP

APTA National Student well as networking with other students and professionals
Conclave Recap for our future. We spent the weekend attending different
educational sessions led by some of the most influential
Alexis Smith, SPT –Mount St. Joseph University practitioners in the field, all while enjoying the new-found
relationships, and the occasional Miami sunshine.
When individuals think of physical therapy school,
the thought of studying for hours on end comes to mind. I had the opportunity to attend sessions on the
However, once in a while, we are given the opportunity to benefits of a residency program after graduation, PT in the
gather with other physical therapy students and receive the emergency department, and PT global service opportunities.
rejuvenation needed to power through the rest of school. Learning all the different opportunities of residency
In October, three Mount St. Joseph University’s second- programs and hearing a past resident student talk about
year DPT students and I were given the opportunity to his experience was valuable to help me determine if this
travel to Miami, Florida to attend the APTA National Student would be something I would want to pursue in the future. I
Conclave. This event presents the opportunity for PT thoroughly enjoyed hearing how physical therapists have
students to gather from all over the country to learn how big begun a global movement of providing physical therapy
of an impact our generation is making on the profession, as overseas in countries that are less fortunate, especially
since mission work has always been a passion of mine.

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Our OPTA student member, Alexis Smith (right) with three of email, but was unsure of applying as my initial thoughts
her classmates (left) at the 2016 National Student Conclave were, “How can I miss two days of class?” and “How will
in Miami, FL. this experience benefit me?” Even after exploring the NSC
website and conference schedule, I was still hesitant to
Overall, it was refreshing to learn of all the possible submit, thinking if selected, I would be alone with no familiar
experiences we have available beyond the classroom and faces to talk to and no experience to network with future
the impact physical therapists have not just locally, but employers. Fast forward to September 13, 2016, when I
globally as well. received an email that I was chosen to attend NSC by the
OPTA. I was grateful for the opportunity OPTA had given
I was astounded with the movement APTA is making to me, so I quickly booked my hotel and flight to Miami and
further the voice of physical therapy in our nation’s capital bought my conference ticket. NSC was the opportunity
to help individuals become aware of how beneficial physical of a lifetime, and after attending, the main experiences
therapy can be in the fight against the opioid epidemic. I that stood out during the conference were the educational
was unaware of how big of a push this has been and how sessions, networking with future employers, and peer
influential the APTA is at a legislative level. Hearing all of relationships formed while engaging in social activities.
this information even inspired a couple classmates and I
to investigate holding an advocacy dinner at our campus From the moment I walked into the Thursday night
to further spread the word of the positive impacts we “Ignite” session, until I walked out after Saturday evening’s
our having as future physical therapists. It is our job as “Snap Learning Spot Session,” I did not stop learning. I
students to carry on these paths our leaders in the field attended several educational sessions and discovered
have paved and to spread the word on the importance of effective strategies for treating patients in pain, how to
#GettingPTfirst. effectively evaluate patients with neurologic diagnoses
using movement analysis, and how physical therapists
For me, this was one of the best events I could have can play a vital role in the Emergency Department. Along
been given the opportunity to attend. It was amazing to with increasing my knowledge of patient management, I
network with other students and meet individuals who I may also attended several “Snap Learning Spot Sessions” that
collaborate with one day. I was able to learn an abundance focused on professional development. In the first session, I
of information from the different lectures, as well as develop gained a better understanding of the benefits of a residency
an even stronger picture of how I want to shape my career training program, the application process, and the selection
in the future. I would like to truly thank the OPTA for this and interview procedures. In the next session, I received
amazing opportunity. I am blessed to be a student in such information on how I could obtain specialist certifications
an amazing state with an association who is dedicated to and the various pathways to achieving these certifications.
furthering the education of their students. Another session discussed the central elements in creating
a successful practice with current private practice owners,
APTA National Student which is a future goal of mine. The final seminar focused
Conclave Recap on three key strategies to create your professional identity
and preparing an outstanding resume that will lead to a
Megan White, SPT –University of Toledo job upon graduation. NSC presented a packed schedule,
and collectively, the various sessions helped to further my
National Student Conclave (NSC) is the only national development as a future physical therapist.
conference, planned annually for students by students,
that is designed to engage students in networking and However, the breadth of knowledge I gained during
career planning. My journey to attending NSC began last NSC was more than professional. Having the opportunity
June when I received an email from Michelle Masterson, to listen to the keynote speaker, Scott Chesney, as he
PT, Ph.D., and Director of the Doctor of Physical Therapy shared his personal story with physical therapy and living
program at The University of Toledo. She explained that his life in a wheelchair, inspired me to dream big, be
the OPTA was sponsoring two students to attend the receptive to change, and live life with an open heart and
conference, attaching a link to the NSC website and mind. Also, listening to several plenary session speakers,
application form to be submitted. I briefly skimmed the who emphasized the importance of lifelong learning,
developing a work-life balance, finding my purpose in life,
and becoming the physical therapist I want to be, provided
insight that is beyond the classroom. Each speaker provided
me with new knowledge, which I will embrace as I continue
my journey towards becoming a physical therapist.

Throughout the weekend, there was plenty of time to
browse the booths in the exhibit hall. Exhibitors offered
various materials related to employment, residency
programs, the NPTE test preparation, clinical apps, ABPTS
specialist certification, and the various APTA sections;

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including aquatics, sports, and orthopedics to name a few. pract.itioners, but we have little exposure to the processes
The several hours I spent in the exhibit hall allowed me to that create them. The Policy and Payment Forum provides
interact and gain valuable information toward my path of a summary of recent policy and payment changes, and it
becoming a physical therapist. Along with the multitude of also helps to lay the foundation for future change at both
business cards, flyers, handouts, and other items I received the state and national level. It is also a great time and place
from each booth, I was able to ease my fears of networking to share ideas and celebrate recent achievements by state
with strangers. Upon graduation, the networking, and chapters and individuals.
socializing skills I gained at NSC will be valuable in seeking
out an employer. The 2016 Forum was held at the Omni William Penn
Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh. The first day started with
Before my arrival in Miami, I challenged myself to breakfast and coffee and a chance to meet and greet other
step outside my comfort zone, form new relationships, and members of the APTA before the presentations started.
immerse myself in activities outside the conference center. The Ohio Chapter had a table for everyone to sit, and
NSC is known for the opportunity to build new relationships after enjoying some time getting familiar with everyone,
with other physical therapy students. I had set a goal of the presentations began. Throughout the day, there were
meeting ten new people and much to my surprise, I tripled presentations on topics ranging from direct access by
that and met thirty new friends by the end of the weekend. state to reimbursement by Workers’ Compensation. The
With each new individual I met, I realized we all had one first topic, direct access, was discussed in a broad manner
thing in common, and that was our love for the field of since every state has slightly different policies. All fifty states
physical therapy. Of course, no trip to Miami would be now have some form of direct access to physical therapy
complete without exploring the city and enjoying food and services; and this is a huge achievement for physical
drinks with my future colleagues. On Thursday evening, therapists everywhere. The next step for the APTA is to
I attended PT pub night at the American Social Bar and deal with barriers to direct access. These barriers include
Kitchen where I met students from Florida, Washington, dealing with limits on time and number of visits set by
and Ohio. While raising money for the Foundation of insurance companies as well as the type of conditions and
Physical Therapy, we shared stories about ourselves, PT patient populations that can be seen through direct access.
school, and our future goals as clinicians. Finally, on Friday There was also a discussion about what the APTA and state
night, I experienced the exciting nightlife of Miami at PT- chapters have done to combat the push back from other
PAC late night event at the Blue Martini Lounge. Dancing, professions regarding direct access to PT.
singing, laughing, and enjoying the Miami cocktail special
with my new PT friends was the highlight of the evening. One of the major themes, which was covered in
Being surrounded by those who have a drive for advancing some way during several different presentations, was a
our profession, a passion for helping clients, and strive physical therapist’s scope of practice and how the scope of
for excellence, made my first national student conclave practice evolves and expands as new treatment methods
experience memorable, knowing I gained many lifelong and modalities arise. Every state has a different practice
colleagues and friends. act that outlines what a physical therapist can and cannot
do. These practice acts are often vague and indirect,
Sometimes opening an unexpected email can lead to and it is not conclusive whether a physical therapist
an incredible new adventure. Attending the National Student can or cannot perform certain treatments. Some of the
Conclave was one of the best decisions I have made. topics covered included dry needling, manual therapy
Through this experience, I stepped outside my comfort zone and spinal manipulation, ordering diagnostic imaging,
and grew, both as a physical therapy student and a person, and management of youth concussions. Dry needling,
through the educational sessions, networking, and forming for example, is included in the physical therapy scope of
new peer relationships during social activities. NSC further practice in certain states. In other states, it is prohibited
solidified my passion for physical therapy and involvement by a physical therapist, and sometimes it is not mentioned
in the professional organization. I am excited to attend the at all. For each of these topics, the forum discussed what
conference next year in Portland, Oregon. steps could be taken to change the practice act and how to
advocate for the physical therapy profession.
APTA State Policy & Payment
Forum Recap The second major theme was reimbursement, which
is an enormous topic for every health profession as our
Colton Rhinebolt, SPT –University of Toledo nation’s payment systems are constantly being revised.
There were many speakers that discussed reimbursement
The 2016 State Policy and Payment Forum was an including both members of the APTA and guest speakers
excellent opportunity to learn about and take part in the who specialize in the area. We discussed value-based
APTA’s efforts to improve and enhance our profession. reimbursement models and how these models improve
As physical therapy students, we learn about the policies outcomes for physical therapists and other health
and payment models that exist and how they affect us as professionals. We also discussed accurate and effective
documentation to ensure timely payment by third party
payers. Every reimbursement model has pros and cons, and

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THANK YOU
to Our 2016 OPT-PAC Contributors!

A big shout out to our 2016 donors!
Your dedication to #PTAdvocacy is appreciated—we couldn’t do it without you!

WENDY ABRAHMS FISHMAN CHELSEA GAMBILL KAREN O’LOUGHLIN
SAFA ABUAMSHA ASHLI GAUTHER SARAH O’REILLY
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TONYA APKE SARAH GERWIN TODD PARK
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District Reports

Northeast District Report The Northeast District poses for a quick picture during a District Reports
recent district event.
Lynzie Schulte, PT, DPT – Chair
START PLANNING: Marilyn Mount Case Report Night has
2016 great here in the Northeast been getting larger every year since we began in 2013. We will
District! We ended with over 100 be looking for platform and poster submissions of research or
therapists and students attending case reports done by therapists and students in the area.
our 4th Annual Marilyn Mount Case
Report Night AND through our STUDENTS! Each year we recognize exemplary students
fundraising efforts we were able to in the district with student scholarships. Other than being an
give student scholarships to four exceptional student who goes above and beyond in school
deserving students here in the district! and in the community, you must be an APTA/OPTA member
We are trying to top last year and and attend at least one northeast district membership meeting.
have made plans for an exciting 2017! Start planning now on how you are going to earn one of these
We hope to see many therapists and students at our upcoming scholarships! Nominations will open in the fall!
events! Stay up to date on Facebook (Northeast District
OPTA), Twitter (@NE_Ohio_PT), or the OPTA website! THANK YOU so much to all of our sponsors in 2016,
without sponsors, we could not hold our wonderful events,
2017 Events to include: provide all of the CEUs, or award our students with scholarships.
Continuing Education Events:
Three two-hour CEUs and our 5th Annual Marilyn Mount Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy,
Case Report Night in early December. French Creek Medical, Leimkeuhler Inc., Patterson Medical,
and South University…we appreciate your dedication to local
Always free for members to attend! $20 per CEU for therapists and students!
nonmembers! ($5 for student nonmembers)
For more information, contact Lynzie Schulte at:
Social Events: [email protected]
• PT PubNights throughout the year
• 5th Annual Cleveland Indians Night
• 12th Annual Free Clinic Walk
• Ice Cream Social at

Mitchell’s

Fundraisers:
• Whirlyball in early spring
• Wine Tasting in the fall

Northeast District events continue
to draw a large crowds at their
awesome events!

Thank you to those who finished out their terms with
the Northeast District in 2016: John Rebic & Trent Best.

Thank you to those who have been re-elected or
re-appointed to their position: Lauren Pilkey & Mary Brown.

Welcome to the newly elected and appointed members:
Andrea Mayer, Jeff Swiers, Liz Marshall, Alexa Botanic,
Jenny Smith and Anson Rosenfeldt.

Are you interested in getting more involved? Do you
know someone who would make a great leader in the district?

Contact Alysha Walter at: [email protected]

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District Reports East Central District Report Southwest District Report

Jeff Hohl, PT, DPT – Chair Kelly Moore, PT, DPT – Chair

The East Central District is looking Greetings from the Southwest District!
forward to an eventful year in 2017! Our district had a successful

In January the East Central 2016 and we’re looking forward to
District’s board met in Hudson, Ohio a wonderful 2017. We ended the
to discuss planning the upcoming year with a combined district PT Pub
year of events. We have numerous Night with the West Central District in
member recruitment and social events November and also hosted a sold out
planned, including two PT Pub Nights Anatomy Review of the Back at the
and a Family Fun Day Picnic August University of Cincinnati in September.
19, mark your calendars! Additionally, We would like to thank Lizanne
we are planning to offer four CEU events this year to promote Mulligan, PT, PhD for another great presentation and lab.
professional growth of our members. Anticipated CEU
events include: We have several events already confirmed for the year
including a PT Pub Night February 10, a Safe Patient Handling
• April 22 – Reimbursement Updates, Coding, Course instructed by Carolyn Shisler, PT on February 23, and
& Documentation (Akron) a Lab Values Course presented by Lisa Kohler, PT on April
20. Please watch our Southwest District page on the OPTA
• September 9 – Concussion (North Canton) website for upcoming events and course registration. We’re
working hard to keep the page updated with our events. You
• November 4 - Vestibular (Youngstown) can also ask to become a member of the “Southwest District of
the Ohio Physical Therapy Association” page on Facebook to
• November 4-5 – Credential Clinical Instructor remain updated.
Program (Youngstown)
I would like to thank the Southwest District Board for
Please check the calendar online for more details. their continued help and support and I would like to thank
the members in our area for attending our events. We are
As our mentorship program continues to develop, we are appreciative of those who took the time to complete our
inviting students and young clinicians that exhibit leadership Southwest District survey sent this December. We are taking
qualities, to join us for our monthly conference calls and all your feedback into account when planning events for the year.
district events. Be sure to check out www.ohiopt.org for our full We hope to see you at a Southwest District event soon.
calendar of events.
For more information, contact Kelly at:
For more information, contact Jeff at: [email protected] [email protected]

The Southwest District put on many great CEU
events throughout the year. There will be many
more this year too!

Another fun PT Pub Night
for the Southwest District!

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Central District Report 25th Annual Ohio Institute for District Reports
OT/PT School-Based Practice
Kyle Schumm, PT – Chair
August 7-8, 2017
Central District 2017 is well underway. Hilton Columbus at Easton
Hopefully you have already been able
to join us in one of our PT Pub Night Expand your knowledge of best practice with experts
Networking events. We have a strong in school-based therapy . Learn about the latest
year scheduled for you, including federal/state updates, evaluation advances and
continuing education, PAC events, and intervention techniques to improve children’s therapy
the PT Pub Nights. We have expanded outcomes .
our social media presence adding
Twitter as a form of communication to ~12 CEU’s pending for PT/PTA, OT/OTA~
you for event updates, happenings,
and discussion. Follow us @CentralOPTA for updates and ONLINE Registration Opens
additional information. We also are continuing to grow our May 3, 2017 @ 6:00a .m .
Facebook followers, and would love to add you to the group.
Just search OPTA Central District to get added. We want to www.ohiootptinstitute.org
stay connected to you, and vice versa.
OPTA’s Lunch & Learn
Central District wants to offer an additional value to your
membership. The District level is the easiest place to make Online webinar series. 60 minutes.
connections and get involved. You may not be aware of the
district structure for OPTA. We have five districts, with Central Quick 1-hour CEUs. Tuesdays.
comprising over 800 members of PTs, PTAs, and student
members. Central District stretches from the Columbus Metro Upcoming Dates: April 11/ May 9/ June 13/ Sept 12
area down to the West Virginia border. If you find yourself in an
area of the district where you feel we are not well represented, Learn more at http://bit.ly/LunchLearnOPTA
we would love to empower and partner with you to bring a
greater Central District presence to your area. 2016 saw great
involvement from the OU students and Athens area, and we
have appreciated the support. March Pub Night is going to be
celebrated at Jackie O’s Tap Room in Athens.

For those of you that are in the Columbus area, and
have been waiting to plug in, stop waiting! Make 2017 a year
you want to help contribute to your district. This is the year to
make the most of your membership, placing your energy into
the profession’s organization that helps keep physical therapy
moving forward.

“The best reason to start an organization is to make
meaning; to create a product or service to make the

world a better place.” – Guy Kawasaki.

We hope that you will become a greater part Central
District to improve our meaning and make OPTA a vessel that
helps make the world a better place. Be sure to follow us on
Twitter and Facebook. Check out the website and email blasts
for upcoming events and schedules!

For more information, contact Kyle at:
[email protected]

CHECK US OUT ONLINE
www.OhioPT.org

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Committee and SIG Reports

Committee and SIG Reports Practice Chair Report Conference Committee Report

Alan J. Frame PT, DPT, OCS – Chair Michelle Losurdo, PT, DPT – Chair

I hope your new year is off to a great It’s a great time to know OPTA.
start! 2017 is bringing some changes With this year’s Annual Conference
for the PT community as many of you lineup, you can enjoy fantastic
are aware. After communication with educational programming, strengthen
the APTA and the other chapter Practice professional relationships, advocate
Chairs, I wanted to provide an update of for our profession, and interact with
things that may help you or your area of businesses that support physical
practice for the rest of 2017. therapy all in one weekend.

1. There are many Medicare Annual Conference will be March
changes including the physician fee schedule, 24-25 at the Renaissance Columbus
the new tiered evaluation codes, and outpatient Downtown Hotel.
and inpatient hospital payment models. The APTA
website has quite a bit of information regarding the “In the Clinic and Beyond: Enhancing Your Role in
new evaluation codes and offers webinars and self- the Physical Therapy Profession” will offer you a variety of
paced learning courses if you are looking for more sessions on clinical practice, education, leadership, professional
information. advancement, linking evidence and practice, and more – all
geared to propel you forward in the physical therapy profession.
2. Due to the nature of our increasingly mobile society Attendees will enjoy programming including Acute Care:
along with changes to the health care system, the Clinical Decision Making; Embracing Leadership within
APTA has been looking for a way to address clinicians Physical Therapy Practice; & Bridging the Gap: Identifying
providing care across their jurisdictional boundaries. Opportunities for Involvement, Building Your Personal
Therefore, the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact Brand and Transitioning from Student to Professional.
was established. This compact creates a new We’re happy to bring back some of our highest rated speakers
mechanism for PTs and PTAs in participating states to this year. View the entire session list on OPTA’s website by
get authorization quickly and easily to practice across downloading the interactive Annual Conference brochure.
state lines – in person, or via telehealth. In 2016, four
states adopted the compact and more are expected Join us on Thursday, March 23 for Advocacy Day. This
to join over the next two years. If 10 states adopt the important event is conveniently scheduled the day before
compact, a commission will be formed to make new
rules moving forward. Stay tuned for updates as this the educational programming begins and is free for
gains traction. members. It will be held at the Renaissance Columbus
Downtown Hotel and the Ohio Statehouse and will include
3. Cultural competence is an APTA Guiding Principle
and is something that the association strives to advocacy training and legislative visits.
improve upon. Cultural competence is considered a
necessary skill to ensure best practice. There is an Along with the educational sessions, the conference
APTA work plan to increase diversity and cultural will offer a networking lunch, Friday exhibitor hall, Saturday
competence in the profession and the association. morning group fitness, Annual Membership Recognition
There are currently working relationships with Meeting & Luncheon, and more. The Annual Student
ACAPT, the Section on Education and various APTA Challenge will be Friday, March 24 from 4 to 5 p.m. It’s a fun,
departments to develop initiatives to improve the Jeopardy-style game hosted by the OPTA Student Special
representation of the underrepresented minorities in Interest Group (SSIG). PT and PTA students will participate in
PT education. Work is also being done to develop the competition. Everyone is welcome to join the audience and
new initiative that will increase participation of cheer for the teams.
underrepresented minorities at the component level.
We are pleased to offer an exciting Oxford Debate this
The APTA has links for these topics that are easily year entitled “Productivity: Paradigm & Payoff” where you
accessible via the organization website. I encourage you to will have the opportunity to agree or disagree with presenter
further explore this information and better educate yourself with arguments about the statement, “Productivity standards
all the things that the association is offering! enhance success in Physical Therapy.” Join us on Friday,
March 24 from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. for this exciting event.
For more information, contact Alan at: alanjframe@gmail
#OPTAAC2017 In the Clinic and Beyond: Enhancing Your
Role in the Physical Therapy Profession.

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Enjoy fun, food, live music, and open bar at PACcy Hour Student/Faculty Affairs Committee and SIG Reports
event from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. on Friday. It’s a great way to kick Committee Report
off your weekend. And there’s plenty of time afterward to meet
up with friends in downtown Columbus. Marka Gehrig Salsberry, PT, DPT – Chair

Annual Conference is our largest gathering of Ohio PT Happy New Year from the OPTA
professionals and students. There’s no better time or place SSIG! As we move into the New Year,
to connect with your colleagues from all over this great state. Annual Conference planning is first on
Reserve your spot by registering online and then stay connected the agenda. The Board of Directors
on facebook and twitter @ohio_pt; tag the event #OPTAAC2017. is working hard to meet their yearly
goals of increasing student member
Special thanks to the Conference Committee and OPTA participation in OPTA and SSIG events
staff for the exceptional work they have done to prepare for this alike. We hope most of you were
year’s Annual Conference. able to attend the “Student Interest
Week” held in February. Chosen topics
Get ready for Scientific Symposium 2017 where we will included: Networking, Grants and Funding, Discounts/Tangible
bring back the very popular Research Short for “#ChoosePT: Items/Member Benefits, PT Now/Rehabilitation Center/
Evidence for Physical Therapy Pain Management Without Evidence Based Practice and Career Started Dues. If you
Opioids.” Presentation proposals are due by April 23, 2017. missed the event and wish to learn more, visit the SSIG page
You can view the Call for Presentations on the OPTA website under the student tab of the OPTA website.
and proposals can be submitted online at OhioPT.org >
Scientific Symposium. Scientific Symposium will be held If you’ve been participating in the monthly SSIG calls,
October 20, 2017, at the Columbus Airport Marriott, 1375 N you’ve noticed the new “Q & A with leaders in PT” session. We
Cassady Avenue. have replaced the SSIG journal club with expert informational
sessions. Thus far, topics have included aspects of private
For more information, contact Michelle at: practice, residency programs, and preparation for the NPTE.
[email protected] Students suggest topics of interest and speakers are recruited
from the PT community. So, if there’s a topic of interest to you
Nominating Committee Report or your program please let us know by emailing Alex Rospert at
[email protected]
James Lee, PT, DPT, NCS - Chair
If you’re not available to participate in the monthly
The Nominating Committee is proud to conference calls, please find SSIG announcements, event
present the slate of candidates for the information and student interest topics on one of our social
OPTA’s 2017 election cycle. You may media sites. Visit the OPTA Student Facebook, Instagram,
find the list of candidates in this issue and Twitter (@OPTA_SSIG) page for up-to-date information,
of Access. We were pleased to be able announcements and happenings in the SSIG.
to slate such qualified individuals to
run for office this year. I would like to Lastly, thank you to all OPTA student members for
thank all the members that consented being such wonderful representatives of the SSIG and the
to serve for office and those who profession! And thank you to the SSIG Board of Directors for
took to time to recommend another your leadership and initiative. If you have any questions or
member for office. Unfortunately, we were unable to slate every suggestions for the SSIG, please contact myself or members of
individual that was nominated for office, but I encourage you the SSIG board.
to run again during the next election cycle. Thank you for your
interest in serving our organization. I would also like to take For more information, contact Marka at:
this opportunity to thank the members of the OPTA Nominating [email protected]
Committee for their work in slating candidates this year. The
current members are: Members of the OPTA Student SIG at
the 2016 Scientific Symposium.
• Central - Selena Eskinazi-Budge - PT, DPT, CSCS
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• East Central - Derek Steele - PT, DPT, NCS

• Northeast – Alysha Walter - PT, DPT, CCS

• Northwest - Dawn Schneider, PT, DPT, CMP

• Southwest - Amy Stamper, PT

• West Central - Betsy Donahoe-Fillmore - PT, PhD, PCS

Now that the candidates for office are slated, it is the
memberships turn to vote! Let your voice be heard! Thank you
again for this opportunity to serve our great association.

For more information, contact James at:
[email protected]

Committee and SIG Reports Ethics Committee Report spent time with my state and federal legislators discussing
policy issues that affect their constituents, educating them
Lisa Kohler, PT – Chair on what we do as physical therapists, and inviting them to
site visits to witness the impact PTs can have. I am grateful
In August of this year, the Board for the opportunity to serve as Federal Affairs liaison and am
approved to two additional OPTA committed to ongoing advocacy for our profession because
members to serve on the Ethics I believe it is one of a shrinking number of bipartisan issues
Committee with me. I am pleased to that can gain traction in a polarized electoral climate. PTs are
announce that the two individuals are: positioned to thrive in the changing healthcare environment
Jill Dubbs and Truly Moore. We met due to our ability to deliver improved health and quality of
for the first time in October during the life while decreasing health care costs. Please join me in
Leadership Development Conference becoming active in advocacy for our profession. I am here to
with two other visitors to the meeting. support you in any way I can.

During that meeting, we developed our goals for 2017: For more information, contact David at:
1. Increase awareness of the Ethics committee by [email protected]

presenting a CEU at the OPTA annual conference Membership Committee Report
2. Involvement at the national level by contacting the
Christine Saltsman, PT – Chair
APTA.
3. Investigate feasibility of a quarterly web flash on an The OPTA Membership Committee
wishes to thank all our leaders,
ethical dilemma members, OPTA staff and all those
involved in making 2016 a great year!
We all meet earlier this month for three hours to prepare We were very busy. To mention a
for the CEU. Truly has presented on Ethics multiple times and few accomplishments, the committee
had a good base from which to build. We each have a different was successful in increasing
story to tell about what interested us in Ethics. I am so excited participation of new graduates by
about the CEU titled “Professional Integrity to Ensure High engaging therapists through social
Standards of Care” that we will be presenting on March 25 at medial platforms, through the new
the OPTA conference. There will be times of lecture, but the OPTA membership rack cards, membership videos and by
great part of the CEU will be the amount of group participation effectively communicating the advantages of our Career Starter
based on real life ethical dilemmas! We hope to see you there Dues program. The committee also launched the ‘About to
to enhance the experience! Renew’ membership call campaign, giving members better
opportunity to make personal contact with our members on a
For more information, contact Lisa at: [email protected] district level. In doing this, we are able to gain more feedback
from our members on the key drivers of engagement in the
Federal Affairs Liaison Report OPTA and offer a simplified message of the benefits of OPTA
membership. The Membership Committee also focused on
David Wessells, PT – Liaison connections with the therapy schools to help support students
as they transitioned into the professional roles. And of course,
In I am very excited about my new role the committee was integral in supporting the OPTA leadership
as Federal Affairs Liaison for the state events throughout the year.
of Ohio. I have served on the State
Affairs Committee for the last two years We are very excited for another busy and successful
after relocating to Ohio. I spent the 2017. We are making plans to expand our recruitment efforts
previous 10 years working throughout to increase membership by at least 10 percent and increase
the country as a traveling therapist our communications with our new and renewing members.
and eventually settling in Tucson, We have set goals to further strengthen our relationships
Arizona before returning to Columbus with Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant
in 2013. I’ve been fortunate to work programs and are challenged to find unique ways to educate
in diverse settings from acute care to rehab, home care, and therapists on the tangible and intangible benefits of an OPTA
outpatient with patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. A membership. Additionally, we are exploring the development
common theme that I have witnessed is the profound impact of mentorship models and focused on SIG growth. The
physical therapists can have on returning patients to their membership committee looks forward to an eventful year
highest functional level. PT is a cost-effective treatment with of growth and opportunities. Feel free to contact us to get
proven results with a growing body of evidence supporting involved or provide feedback.
its efficacy. As governments at the state and federal level
focus on the costs of healthcare and problems like the opioid For more information, contact Christine Saltsman at:
epidemic, we as physical therapists must have a place at the [email protected]
table advocating for the unique skill set that we bring, which
can improve lives while reducing health care costs. I have

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PTA Caucus Report Research Committee Report

Sanaz Holcomb, PTA – PTA Caucus Dawn Westfall, PT, MPT & Cathy Bieber
Representative Parrott, PT, MS – Co-Chairs

In Happy new year everyone! 2016 The The Research Committee is
was an exciting year; a year that gave seeking your input on how we can better
us the opportunity to vote for the PTA serve the research needs of OPTA
full vote on a chapter level. I want members. Please watch for a survey link
to personally thank all of you who delivered to your email and take a few
voted for PTAs to have this powerful minutes to complete our short survey.
and well deserved right! The hashtag
of the year was, and continues to We will begin accepting proposals
be, #werbetter2gether, #pt/pta. I May 1, 2017. The submission deadline
thank everyone who voted for the nominees at the Ohio is August 4, 2017. Grant application
state conference and congratulate all the new and incoming forms and submission instructions are downloadable from the
delegates. I thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as OPTA webpage, and all members are eligible for the grant award.
your PTA Caucus Rep for the next term as well.
Congratulations to Jennifaye Brown on being awarded
On a chapter level, I want to thank the Board of Directors the 2016 OPTA Research Grant. She received $5,000 for her
and the OPTA members for voting and your continued project “AFOs: Is Appearance, Function, and Fit, Obsolete?”
involvement and support for making our profession stronger We look forward to hearing the results of the study at a future
everyday by advocating and promoting the profession to all. Scientific Symposium event. Special thanks to Dawn Westfall
We are working hard on continuing to increase membership and all the grant protocol reviewers who participated in the
amongst PTAs and PTA students. We need everyone’s help peer review process to award the grant.
by teaching the importance of belonging to the APTA. I have
presented the membership committee with the initiative to Our committee wants to recognize Lindsay Elchert from
have all PTA program directors to work together with the OPTA the Conference Committee and all the research abstract
leaders to improve the student involvement and membership reviewers for their work in identifying the “Best” platform and
as this is the only way to a stronger professional advancement. poster projects presented at the 2016 Scientific Symposium.
Let’s make 2017 the year to increase student membership Congratulations to Dexter Witt, Nancy Talbott and Tim Beckner
to 100%. I encourage all program educators, educators, and for the “best” research platform presentation: The Effects
clinical instructors to take advantage of all that the APTA of Assessment Technique on Lower Trapezius Thickness:
membership has to offer to teach our students the value of Implications for Physical Therapy Examination.” The “best”
belonging. Many programs have initiated using the APTA poster was awarded to Jennifer Reneker, Michael Dempsey,
website to replace the expensive books to help students Alyssa Paolucci, Alyssa Jones and Heather Nemunaitis
learn various subject matters. We are also encouraging new for their research “The Prevalence of Visual or Vestibular
PTA graduates to take advantage of the fantastic discount Disturbances in Blast-Induced Mild TBI: A Systematic Review.”
available to them by renewing without any delay in renewing Congratulations also to all investigators who showcased their
membership. Remember it’s 40% off dues 2nd-year post- research at the Scientific Symposium.
graduation, 30% off dues 3rd-year post-graduation, 20% off
dues 4th-year post-graduation. Our committee recently updated our strategic plan, we are
excited to pursue new initiatives we think will assist Ohio clinicians,
I encourage all practicing PTAs to join especially since now, students and faculty with their research endeavors and use of
we have even a stronger voting right with the full vote ability! evidence. We invite you to join our conference call meetings
Your discounts alone pay for the membership!! From discounts — just provide one of the co-chairs your email address and we
on CEUs to discounts on insurance, tennis shoes, and many will send you the meeting notices.
more every day needs. I encourage alumni to take turns visiting
your schools to encourage membership involvement. You’ve heard about the APTA’s PT Outcome Registry, right?
APTA is committed to promoting physical therapists’ delivery
On a national level the PTA caucus is working hard towards of high-quality physical therapy and has created the Physical
achieving 100% full vote within all the chapters and sections. Therapy Outcomes Registry in support. The PT Outcome
We are always looking to advance future leaders into their Registry includes data about patients and their outcomes from
appropriate rolls through mentorship. I am extremely proud to PT services.This data will be used to identify areas of success
announce that currently we are at 44 components with PTA Full- and opportunities for improvement in providing patient care. The
Vote passed! Congrats to all who work diligently to achieve this. Registry has been piloted and expected to be open to the “PT
public” in 2017 so clinicians and facilities can contribute data. The
The PTA caucus participates throughout the year in Registry’s Scientific Advisor Panel (SAP) will use data to develop
conference calls, along with meeting at CSM for new initiatives, clinical guidelines and compare PT services to other forms of
which will be presented at the national meeting in June at the treatment. Ohio researchers will be able to submit requests to the
House of Delegates meeting in Boston. SAP to obtain data from the Registry to answer our own research
questions. More information about the APTA PT Outcome
#werbetter2gether #pta/Pt Registry is available at http://www.ptoutcomes.com/home.aspx.

For more information, contact Sanaz at: For more information, contact Dawn or Cathy at:
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