IAMSS

Idaho Association of Medical Staff Services

March 2013

Dear Medical Staff Professional:

It is time to renew or subscribe to membership in the Idaho Association of Medical Staff Services (IAMSS).

For those of you not familiar with our association, we consist of Medical Staff Services/Credentialing Professionals throughout Idaho who are interested in providing quality Medical Staff and Credentialing services, sharing knowledge and maintaining current competence in this very specialized field and sharing a little humor that only those in this position can appreciate along the way.

The Idaho Association of Medical Staff Services, an affiliate of the National Association of Medical Staff Services, was founded by enthusiastic medical staff coordinators throughout Idaho. Their objectives in forming the organization were:

  • provide professional and personal development
  • networking opportunities
  • communication resources
  • career advancement
  • education for medical staff professionals in Idaho

From a handful of original members, IAMSS now includes representatives of hospitals and healthcare entities in Idaho. These organizations benefit by having Medical Staff Professionals who are up-to-date in the aspects of medical staff management. Additionally, we provide two educational conferences annually that are held in the Fall and Spring throughout the state.

Annual membership dues in IAMSS is $100.00 for each member and they are payable in March of each year.

If you are interested in renewing or subscribing to our membership, please complete the attached renewal form. Also, if you are aware of someone who would benefit from members, I would appreciate you forwarding a copy of this information on to them. And, please feel free to contact me if you have questions.

Sincerely,

Lisa Goodwin, CPCS

Lisa Goodwin, CPCS

IAMSS President

Kootenai Health

2003 Kootenai Health Way

Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

(208) 666-2275 ph

(208) 666-3949 fax

IDAHO ASSOCIATION of MEDICAL STAFF SERVICES (IAMSS)

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

 Application for initial membership Application for renewal of membership

ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

Active members shall consist of individuals actively involved in credentialing, privileging, practitioner or provider organizations and/or regulatory compliance in the healthcare industry. Active members shall pay dues and be eligible to vote and hold office in compliance with the Bylaws.

Name / Certification
Employer / Title
Mailing Address
City / State / Zip
Phone # / Fax # / E-mail address
Signature / Date

Dues are $100. Please make checks payable to IAMSS. Return the completed application and dues check to:

Shannon Escalante

Family Health Services

794 Eastland Drive

Twin Falls, ID 83301

(208) 737-6718 ph

(208) 734-5036 fax

The Idaho Association of Medical Staff Services (IAMSS) recruits and processes its own membership and dues independently from the National Association of Medical Staff Services (NAMSS). While NAMSS membership is not a condition of IAMSS membership, it has its own benefits.

Are you a member of NAMSS? Yes  No

If not, and if you are interested in joining, please visit the NAMSS website at

How many years have you been working in the medical staff services/credentialing service or related activities?

Less than one year6 – 10 years

1 – 2 yearsMore than 10 years

3 – 5 years

Type of health care entity employed in:

Acute hospitalPsychiatric facility

Ambulatory surgery centerArmed Forces (branch______)

Skilled nursing facilityCredentialing verification organization

Managed Care/Health PlanInsurance company

PPO Medical group

MSO Other ______

Do you know someone in a health-related field who performs activities as outlined in the Active membership category that might benefit from IAMSS membership? If so, please share their name(s) and we will send them an application for membership.
Name / Title
Employer
Mailing Address