Speech Therapy Assistant (STA)
Speech Therapy Assistant (STA) is an informal label sometimes used for a speech-language pathology assistant who performs delegated services under required supervision.
Definition
Speech Therapy Assistant (STA) is an informal label sometimes used for a speech-language pathology assistant who performs delegated services under required supervision.
Why it matters
The recognized title, credential, scope, and whether assistants may furnish covered services vary by state and payer.
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