PPS 2016 - Know Before You Go

PPS 2016 - Know Before You Go

Thank you for registering for the 2016 Private Practice Annual Conference and Exhibition to be held October 19-22 at the Wynn Las Vegas. We can't wait to see you there! Please continue reading for detailed information that you should know before you leave for Vegas.

NEW THIS YEAR!

#PPS2016 Social Stream- Share Your Tweets, Reactions, and Comments with your colleagues on the conference app. Visit Social Stream and start posting using the hashtag #pps2016. Details on downloading and logging into the app can be found below.

PPS is on SnapChat! While onsite at the Wynn Las Vegas, look for the PPS filters before you post your snaps. Snaps can be shared to the PPS app by taking a screenshot and uploading them to Social Streams.

PROGRAM GUIDE

The complete on-site Program Guide is now available online. Click here to get an early peek at the Guide. You will receive a printed copy when you collect your registration materials in Las Vegas.

PPS 2016 MOBILE AP P

Keep up to date before, during, and after the annual conference by downloading the PPS App on your mobile device. Type PPS APTA into your Mobile Device App Store to install. Once downloaded, select "PPS 2016".

In order to interact with your colleagues, post to the social wall, and schedule appointments, you will need to login. Login instructions are available in the "Download the app" email you received on October 7. If you did not receive an email, you can create a new account using your name and email address.

NOTE: All onsite voting for the PPS Annual Election will be done either through the App or at the PPS Booth during Exhibit Hall hours; there will be no paper ballots this year. If you wish to vote in the 2016 election, you are strongly urged to download and use the PPS App.

CEUs

Annual Conference attendees wishing to receive continuing education credit for any sessions they attend will need to request those credits through the PPS Learning Center . If you have a laptop while at the Annual Conference and/or have downloaded the PPS App, you will be able to complete your online CE evaluations while on site. Once you've completed the evaluations for each attended session, you can print or save your CE certificate. You must complete the session evaluations by December 19 to receive continuing education credits. After the deadline, there will be a $25 late processing fee.

Look for more detailed information on the Conference website. Click "Attendees" and find the icon called "CEU Instructions."

EXHIBITION/VENDOR PRESENTATIONS

The educational sessions are not the only place for learning at the 2016 PPS Annual Conference. The exhibit hall will be filled with the latest products and services you need for a successful practice. You can search for exhibitors inside the App using the "Exhibitors" Icon. You can also locate an exhibitor, view bookmarked exhibitors, and make appointments with exhibitors using the "Maps" icon inside the app. If you do not have the App, you can visit the PPS Virtual Exhibit Hall at any time by clicking " Visit The Exhibit Floor " under the Exhibitors section of the PPS Annual Conference page. Click on the virtual booth spaces to get details on each exhibitor. On Thursday and Friday during the Conference a variety of vendors will be presenting an in-depth look at their products and services.

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

The Physical Therapy Payment Updates for Private Practice pre-conference workshop will be held on Wednesday from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm. If you have not already done so, you may add the program to your registration by contacting PPS Conference Registration at Koteff@letsmeet.net An additional fee applies and registration is required.

HANDOUTS

Most of our educational sessions provide a handout, which can be downloaded via the App or from the PPS website. There will not be hard copies available onsite. Instructions on accessing handouts will be outlined the week of the conference.

ATTENDEE LIST

The Attendee list is accessible via the app under the "Attendees" icon. It has also been posted to PPS Annual Conference website under the "Attendees" tab. The list is current as of all registrations received by September 15, 2016.

ATTIRE

Attire for the conference is business casual. Average temperatures in Las Vegas in October can reach the low 80s during the day and mid-50s at night.

FRIDAY NIGHT EVENT

On Friday, October 21st at 7:00 PM network with your colleagues at the Wynn's completely redesigned Intrigue nightclub (included in your registration). Wear comfortable shoes for this fun evening of food, drinks, and dancing! Don't forget your ID and Conference Badge; you will need both for entry.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION AT THE WYNN

Attendee, Speaker, and Exhibitor registration will be located in the corridor across from the Margaux Room. The registration desk staff will assist you with badges, registration questions, and conference information. Registration starts Wednesday at 8:30 am.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION HOURS

Wednesday: 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Thursday: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Friday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday: 7:30 am - 10:30 am

CONFERENCE BADGES

Conference badges are required for all PPS conference functions including social events, educational program sessions, and the exhibit hall. "Exhibit Hall Only" registration is access only to the exhibit hall.

GUEST TICKETS

If you are registered for the full conference, all events (President's Reception; all Keynote, General, and Breakout sessions; breakfasts; Exhibit Hall lunches and reception, and Friday Night Event) are included.

If you plan to bring a non-industry guest, a limited number of tickets for individual events will be available for purchase on-site at the attendee registration desk during registration hours. Guest tickets must be purchased by a registered attendee.

PRICES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Non-Industry Guest - Full Social Package $450

Includes all of the following events and activities:

Wednesday: Awards Ceremony, PPS 60th Anniversary Celebration, President's Reception $80

Thursday: Breakfast with Keynote, General Business Meeting, and Candidates' Speeches $60

Thursday: Lunch in the Exhibit Hall $75

Thursday: Reception in the Exhibit Hall $50

Friday: Lunch in the Exhibit Hall $75

Friday: Friday Dinner Event $75

Saturday: Breakfast and Closing Keynote $60

CONFERENCE LOCATION

Wynn Las Vegas

3131 Las Vegas Blvd S

Las Vegas NV, 89109

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

If you have not already done so, make your hotel reservation today by contacting the Wynn Las Vegas directly. It is possible that the hotel will be sold out for some of the nights you need. If that is the case, the hotel will put you on a waitlist and assist you in locating a nearby hotel with availability.

Thank you to our sponsors

Turbo PT	BMS Solutions	Net Health
Care Connections	Clinicient	TheraOffice
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