Member Benefits
While your membership investment will return its cost in direct value to you, one of your primary benefits is a voice in the future of the physical therapy profession. Here are highlights of the benefits of belonging to the CPTA:
Legislation Efforts
- Strong, ongoing representation in legislative and regulatory affairs and payment policy at the state level.
- Payment Policy Answers & Updates
- An expert in payment policy available to answer your questions and provide timely updates on payment policy changes and trends.
CPTA Staff
A dedicated staff ready to answer questions and help you reach your professional goals.
CPTA Website
Exclusive access to members only information on CPTA’s award-winning website.
PT Interventions
Members receive CPTA’s newsletter, PT Interventions; for all others, the price is $50/year.
California PT Notes
CPTA’s bi-weekly email newsletter.
Continuing Education
Professional development courses to enhance your expertise. CPTA offers a 60% discount to members on all Chapter, District, and SIG sponsored courses, as well as the CPTA Annual Conference.
EDUCATA Online Courses
CPTA & EDUCATA have partnered to offer value and convenience in online learning! As a special benefit, members receive a 10% discount on all courses purchased through the CPTA website.
Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO)
Professional Liability Insurance
Healthcare Providers Service Organization and the California Physical Therapy Association have partnered together to bring professional liability insurance to its members. Known for their exceptional client service and comprehensive coverage, HPSO has been providing professional liability coverage to healthcare professionals for over 25 years. Before renewing your current policy, consider reviewing the HPSO program to get the peace of mind that comes along with having your own individual professional liability program. For more information contact Heather Ingledue at heather_ingledue@asg.aon.com, (215) 773-4505 or Maura Bradley at maura_bradley@asg.aon.com, (215) 293-1270.
Career Center
The Career Center is constantly updated with current postings. Response from both job seekers and prospective employers has been outstanding!
Discounts on CPTA Advertising
CPTA Members receive a 10% discount on all CPTA advertising.
Online Membership Directory
CPTA members have exclusive access to the Online Membership Directory.
Opportunities to expand your professional network
You’ll be in touch with people who share your interests and ideals — people who care deeply about the future of your profession.
Quickconnect.com Conferencing Services
Quickconnect.com has some of the most aggressive pricing in the industry while never sacrificing quality for cost. They tailor their services to each individual client so they can meet the demands of their respective industry. Find out more! Visit www.quickconnected.com. Call (866) 640-5038, or e-mail ladduci@quickconnected.com.
Farmer’s Insurance Workers' Compensation
The Farmer’s Insurance Workers' Compensation plan is available exclusively to CPTA members. The plan provides competitive rates, which have reduced members’ cost by approximately 14-40%. Farmers Insurance Group has a wide variety of loss control services available to assist members, including assistance in developing an Injury and Illness Prevention Program. For more information contact Bob Nielson, Agent, Farmer’s Insurance, (916) 965-9200.
Simas & Hutchison, Ltd.
Government and Administrative Law
Simas & Hutchison provides Government and Administrative Law practices including: Healthcare Regulation, Workplace and Employment Regulation, Professional Licensing and Regulation, Public Agency Law, Public Contracts Law and Civil Litigation and Appeals. Members can call (916) 789-9800 for a free consultation.
IC System
Debt Collection Programs
Effective and affordable collection programs custom developed to transform paper receivables into positive cash flow. Go to www.icsystem.com for more information.
American Income Life Health Services Discount Plan
Every member of the California Physical Therapy Association is eligible to receive a $2,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit through American Income Life.
They are also eligible to participate in the Health Services Discount Plan. This plan provides members with substantial discounts on the following services: eye care, prescription drugs and hearing aids, all at no cost! A dental discount option is available with a small activation fee.
Members can contact Sara with American Income Life at (512) 825-3018 or 1(888) 252-3550, ext. 229.
WebCentrics
Professional Business Websites
CPTA offers members a professional website, a $3,500 value through WebCentrics. This is an incredible online software bundle: a comprehensive online marketing and eCommerce solution that is integrated into a professional website that WebCentrics builds for you at no charge! For more information click here.
WebCentrics waives the $3,500 web development fee for CPTA members, and your monthly fee is only $49.95, half of their regular rate. There is a one-time account setup fee of only $95. You can have your website online for as little as $144.95 including your first month of service!
To visit their website go to: http://www.webcentrics.com. Email any questions to info@webcentrics.com.
If you are interested contact Heather Pino (hpino@ccapta.org), to get CPTA's account number. Then you can sign up online or contact one of their Business Consultants at (800) 914-8010, ext. 101.
Sea World Discounts
Contact Heather Pino for more information.
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