As a member of AAPA you are eligible for valuable benefits including: advocacy and government affairs, CME and education services, publications and information services, professional development, employment tools and personal services.
Advocacy and Government Affairs
Publications and Information Services
Professional Development Services
Advocacy and Government Affairs
The Advocacy and Government Affairs Department is your voice when it comes to federal and state issues as they relate to physician assistants and health care. Staff works tirelessly to ensure that your ability to practice is not compromised.
- Federal and State Advocacy - AAPA Advocacy and Government Affairs staff lobby policymakers and third-party payers so you can deliver quality health care with minimal barriers.
- Reimbursement and Information and Advocacy - Academy reimbursement staff works diligently on your behalf to ensure that insurance companies and other third-party payers cover the medical and surgical services you perform.
- Congressional Visit Program - Take part in this aggressive effort to make needed changes in federal health care policy so patients can have better access to quality medical care. Available to members only.
- Legislative Action Center - Become an active and effective grassroots lobbyist by communicating your views to legislators with this online tool.
CME and Education Services
Continuing Medical Education (CME) is an integral part of becoming and staying a licensed physician assistant. AAPA continually assesses the CME market to bring you the latest ground-breaking CME resources. Fellow members receive free post test processing and deep discounts on programs.
- Reach MD XM157 - Reach MD is a 24/7 satellite radio channel developed by a physician to provide education for other busy medical professionals. Members receive a free 12-month e-subscription.
- DynaMedTM - A point of care reference tool containing nearly 2,000 clinically organized summaries and is updated daily. AAPA members receive a reduced price.
- Essential Evidence Plus (formerly InfoRetriever with InfoPOEMS) - Fellow members may earn Category I CME while accessing Essential Evidence Plus at a discount price.
- Online Case-based CME from MedCases - Through a joint venture between AAPA and MedCases fellow members have access to a library of case-based learning opportunities.
- Grand Rounds Online - Offers a series of AAPA-accredited seminars authored by leading medical educators at a deeply discounted subscription.
- CME Home Study Programs, Enduring Materials, Monographs - AAPA offers home study programs, available in a variety of formats that enable you to earn Category 1 CME credit.
- Topic-specific CME Series - Assists you in meeting the specific requirements of your state licensing boards.
- AAPA's Annual PA Conference - Attending the Annual Conference provides you with more than 300 sessions of CME offerings.
- Athletic Trainer CE Credit - AAPA is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc., to offer continuing education for certified athletic trainers.
- CME Post-test Processing - Fellow members have the option of submitting post-tests online and printing a certificate of completion immediately free of charge.
Insurance Programs
- AAPA Malpractice and Liability Insurance - AAPA Insurance Services offers competitive rates on personal liability and malpractice insurance in all 50 states.
- AAPA Health Insurance Program - AAPA members are now able to receive savings of up to 40 percent on health, life, long term care insurance and disability income. Available to members only.
- Liberty Mutual Insurance - Liberty Mutual offers you specially discounted rates on personal insurance products.
Publications and Information Services
Stay an informed and cutting-edge provider by taking advantage of the many valuable publications AAPA offers to you free with membership.
- Online Membership Directory - Access this online tool anytime to search and connect with colleagues and friends. Available to members only.
- Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - JAAPA, the Academy's official peer-reviewed clinical journal, delivers timely award-winning articles and insightful information. Guaranteed subscription for members only.
- PAs' Prescribing Reference (PAPR) - The leading drug reference publication for PAs. Available to members only.
- Free Patient Education Program - Order Your Special Reports Today!
- US News and World Report "Medical Watch" - A daily email briefing of the most important medical news and information of the day. Available to members only.
- Maxwell Quick Medial Reference - A valuable tool in the classroom and during rotations and is available to new student members joining the AAPA. Available to student members only and discounted to other membership categories.
- AAPA Membership Information and Resource Handbook - A comprehensive guide to all the services offered by the academy. Available to members only.
- From Program to Practice: A guide to assist graduating PA students with professional issues that arise in the months preceding and following graduation.
- Public Education Materials - Educate the public about the PA profession and the physician-PA team with the AAPA's public education materials.
- AAPA Trade Show Display - Members may request to utilize AAPA's displays for trade shows, conferences and special events to support their constituent organizations' needs.
- Free Electronic FDA-mandated Drug Alerts through Health Care Notification Network - Receive FDA-mandated drug alerts electronically. Act now to improve patient safety by registering to receive important product safety alerts electronically and securely, a method supported by the AMA, medical societies, liability carriers, and the FDA because it reduces delays in delivering important information to you. The service is FREE and your privacy will be protected.
Professional Development Services
Take advantage of these tools and resources to take your PA career to the next level.
- AAPA's Annual Conference - Connect with more than 8,000 PAs, PA leaders and student PAs at the networking event of the year.
- Networking Opportunities - AAPA membership offers numerous opportunities to network with leaders of the PA profession and colleagues at special events and meetings throughout the year. Available to members only.
- AAPA on Facebook -The AAPA recently launched the "American Academy of Physician Assistants" group and fan page on Facebook to provide a social networking channel to PAs and students.
- Distinguished Fellow Recognition Program - The Distinguished Fellow Program recognizes AAPA members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to the PA profession. Available to members only.
- AAPA Store Discounts -AAPA's online store offers an extensive line of products to enhance your practice capabilities at discounted members-only prices. Available to members only.
- PA Development Toolbox - The PA Development Toolbox is a comprehensive source for enhancing your leadership and professional skills. Available to members only.
- PA Foundation Funding - The PA Foundation provides funding for scholarships and service and education projects and assists PA involvement in a variety of community activities. Available to members only.
- PA Foundation Scholarships - Student members can apply for scholarships through the PA Foundation. Available to members only.
Employment Tools
The AAPA employment and career development tools will help you grow in your profession whether you are looking for a new position or need to brush up on interviewing skills or negotiating an employment contract.
- The PA Job Link - The PA Job Link is the pre-eminent employment resource exclusively for practicing PAs, allowing you to find the right position and focus on your career.
- Candidate Resources - Access essential resources that help prepare you for a successful job interview.
- Employer Resources - These resources provide employers with information about the PA profession and the benefits of hiring a PA.
- Salary Profiles - This individualized report, available for a minimal fee, is created exclusively for you. Available to members only.
Personal Services
AAPA understands that you need resources for day-to-day living that fall out of the professional scope. With that in mind, we partner with trusted organizations to provide you with discounted services for your day-to-day lifestyle.
- Discount Pharmacy Card - Sign up for a free discount pharmacy card that allows you and your entire family to enjoy deep discounts on prescriptions at participating pharmacies.
- Barnes and Noble.com - AAPA members receive an additional 5 percent discount on all books and products offered by BARNES&NOBLE.com. Plus receive free shipping on purchases of $25 and up. Available to members only.
- Hertz Rental Discounts - Enjoy exclusive members-only discount rates on automobile rentals year-round. Available to members only. CDP# 0055443
- Bank of America AAPA MasterCard - Support AAPA and the PA profession with the only credit card officially endorsed by AAPA.
