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EDPMA’s December 2020 Membership Newsletter
In this month's issue, you still have time to register for EDPMA’s December 9-10 Virtual Workshop"Adapting to a New Reality. Success in the Era of COVID-19" and grab a coveted Workshop Sponsorship - which gives you 20 minutes to present to Workshop attendees – before they are sold out. You can also register for EDPMA’s December webinar on State Advocacy and the January webinar on Documentation Do’s and Don’ts, apply for EDPMA’s New Fellowship Program, or submit your proposal to speak at the Summit, workshop, or webinar. You can also fill out nomination materials if you are interested in running for election to the EDPMA Board of Directors. Also, meet new members and learn more about EDPMA Corporate partners and sponsors. Also, don’t forget to renew your 2021 Membership before the end of the year!   


Join Us for EDPMA’s December Virtual Workshop:
December 9-10, 2020

Don’t forget to register for EDPMA’s December Virtual Workshop, "Adapting to a New Reality. Success in the Era of COVID-19," on December 9-10, 2020. To learn more and register, click here. The workshop is free for members of EDPMA, but registration closes on Tuesday.
Sponsor EDPMA's December 9-10 Workshop
EDPMA offers one of the few virtual sponsorships that gets rave reviews for its return on investment. For only $1500 you can become one of the eight Breakout Sponsors of the EDPMA Workshop in December. In return, workshop attendees will be invited to the breakout room where one sponsor will have 20 minutes to discuss their company, products and services.

These sponsorships are selling very fast. Please contact Joanne Tanner, MBA, Membership, Sponsorship & Exhibits Coordinator at [email protected] to sponsor!
Sponsor EDPMA's New Vendor Showcase!
The EDPMA Vendor Showcase is a new page on the EDPMA website for vendors to link to a short video, marketing brochure, or other advertisements. If you purchase the EDPMA Vendor Showcase before the workshop on December 9-10, you will be considered a workshop sponsor and receive these additional benefits.

Don't miss out - Sponsor today!
December 21 EDPMA Webinar: 
State Advocacy 101: How We Did, How You Can Do It
Register today for EDPMA's next webinar on December 21, at 12pm EASTERN, entitled "State Advocacy 101: How We Did, How You Can Do It." This webinar is free for members of EDPMA ($99 for nonmembers), but you must register before midnight on December 20.

This webinar is sponsored by:
January 27 EDPMA Webinar: Documentation Do’s and Don’ts – Key Strategies for Avoiding Downcodes & Denials
Register today for EDPMA's educational webinar on January 27th, at 2pm EASTERN, entitled "Documentation Do’s and Don’ts – Key Strategies for Avoiding Downcodes & Denials." Attendees will gain key insight into the common pitfalls physicians face when it comes to critical and effective documentation. 
This webinar is sponsored by:
The Deadline for the Fellowship Program
Closes This Month!
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Make sure to apply TODAY for the new EDPMA Fellowship Program. Applications are due December 31, 2020. This is a new educational opportunity that identifies and cultivates future leaders in the business of emergency medicine and helps them further their knowledge, experience, and exposure to the highest level of leadership in the business. Learn more and apply below.
Would You Like to Serve on the EDPMA Board of Directors?
In February 2021, the Designated Company Contact for each member organization will have the opportunity to vote for the EDPMA Board Members who will serve on the Board from 2021-2023. If interested, please consider nominating your organization or others who would make a great addition to the EDPMA Board of Directors. 
What Have You Done for Me Lately?
2020 EDPMA Advocacy Successes to Date 
It's been a busy year, with EDPMA sending over 80 advocacy letters, alerts, and one-pagers, so far, this year and holding three sets of leadership lobby days. Fortunately, decision makers have responded favorably to many of our requests. Learn more below.
Sponsor EDPMA Today!
EDPMA is committed to offering you opportunities to connect with our community in new and exciting ways. Click below to view the various sponsorship offerings or contact Joanne Tanner, MBA, Membership, Sponsorship & Exhibits Coordinator at [email protected] for more information.

Thank you to our 2020 Webinar Plus sponsors:
2021 Membership Renewals Have Been Sent
It's that time of year again when EDPMA members are asked to renew their EDPMA membership.  Renewal payments are due on December 31, 2020. The invoices were sent via regular mail to the designated EDPMA representative for your group or company.  
New Member Spotlight: BlueWater Healthcare
BlueWater Healthcare is the only independent, democratic,100% physician-owned, acute care medicine group in Maine. With a 96% retention rate, BlueWater is the preferred employer for many acute care clinicians and hospitals throughout New England.

Call for Speakers
As experts in the business of emergency medicine, we hope that you are interested in presenting at an upcoming workshop or webinar. If interested, learn more and apply below.