IAEMSC

2013 Annual
EMS Leadership Summit

EMS Collaboration - Success Through Partnership

Pre-Conference Session: October 11, 2013
Conference: October 12-14, 2013

The International Association of EMS Chiefs’ (IAEMSC) is pleased to announce the dates for the annual Leadership Summit, which will be held in Washington, D.C. on October 11-14, 2013. This year's event will once again be held at the Capital Hilton. The hotel has extended deeply discounted rates for attendees, so please take advantage of the registration code: EMS.

The annual Leadership Summit supports the association's goal of bringing EMS chiefs and leaders together in a forum to discuss common issues and projects while facilitating access to key federal officials and the attendee's Congressional representatives.

IAEMSC Immediate Past President Lawrence Tan
Former Special Assistant to the President Richard Reed
IAEMSC President William Sugiyama, IAEMSC member Dan Gerard at the 2010 IAEMSC Leadership Summit. Mr. Reed briefed the Summit attendees on the status of National Preparedness Policy development and the role of EMS.

The IAEMSC Leadership Summit brings together senior EMS leaders and middle managers from across the United States, as well as representatives from the international EMS community.

The program will feature cutting-edge presentations. We are in the process of finalizing the agenda, but the invited high-level speakers will present subject matter which will provide an unparalleled opportunity for EMS chiefs to improve their effectiveness in promoting and improving the public value of their services with government officials at all levels.

The Summit also includes updates on leading law and policy issues, as well as best practices impacting EMS administration and delivery systems. IAEMSC members continue to shape the program agenda by identifying topics that are deemed priorities to ensure their success as senior EMS leaders. The Summit also includes an exhibit hall featuring the latest in technology and services..

PRE-CONFERENCE SEMINAR

The IAEMSC is pleased to be hosting it’s popular pre-conference session on Friday, October 11th. This session provides a special opportunity for in-depth discussions and sharing of experience among the participants and the IAEMSC leadership.

This year’s topics will help you thrive in the ever changing healthcare environment:

• Social Media for EMS Organizations

• Office of the Inspector General, Medicare: HIPAA Update

• COOP Planning for EMS

• Finance, Budgets and New Business Planning

• Public/Private Partnerships during Diasters and MCIs

• Billing and the Billing Process

• Data, Data, Data!

See sidebar for more details

The pre-conference session will be limited to the first 35 pre-conference participant registrations. Reserve you seat and register now!

PRE-CONFERENCE SEMINAR REGISTRATION: $100 Members, $150 Non-Members

SUMMIT REGISTRATION

IAEMSC Members: $375.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (until 9/1/13)
IAEMSC Members: $425.00 AFTER 9/2/13
Non-Members: $425 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL (until 9/1/13)
Non-Members: $475 AFTER 9/2/13

Individuals renewing or purchasing their IAEMSC membership will receive a 10% discount on their conference registration.

Register - Members, Non-members, Pre-Confernece (member, non-member)

Registration for the IAEMSC Summit includes a continental breakfast, breaks and lunch on each day.

Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) presents a perspective of EMS Advocacy from the other side of the table to the IAEMSC membership.

OPPORTUNITY FOR EMS ADVOCACY
The Annual IAEMSC Summit is planned to facilitate attendees meeting with their Congressional representatives and staff. We highly recommend you begin working now to identify key Congressional staff with responsibility for EMS-related policy and legislative initiatives and schedule a meeting before your arrival to the Summit.

The scheduled Summit program will conclude at approximately 1300 hours on Monday, Oct. 14th to permit attendees to meet with their federal representatives and staff. Take advantage of this opportunity to advocate for EMS system support by taking time to meet with your federal representatives while in uniform. Advocacy is only effective in conjunction with an established and maintained relationship. The IAEMSC Summit is the perfect opportunity for follow-up on a previous visit, such as the "EMS On the Hill" event in May.

SUMMIT SPONSORSHIP
The Annual IAEMSC Summit draws senior EMS executives from the United States, Canada and other countries. Last year, our attendees were key decision makers for EMS agencies collectively responsible for providing EMS coverage to a population of over 17.5 million, made over 1.7 million emergency medical responses, and had operating budgets that exceeded $1 billion per year in purchasing EMS, medical and public safety related supplies and services.

Summit sponsorship provides an unparalleled opportunity to interact with an exclusive and diverse group of EMS leaders. Summit Sponsorship opportunities are assigned on a first paid-first assigned basis.

2011 Summit - President-Elect Bill Sugiyama thanks FEMA Deputy Administrator Richard Serino for his presentation.

Please contact the IAEMSC Chief Administrative Officer at CAO@iaemsc.org or call 415-999-5766 for further information on sponsorship opportunities or to register as an exhibitor. The IAEMSC Leadership Summit Sponsor and Exhibitor Prospectus is available HERE.

EXHIBITORS
The Annual IAEMSC Summit will feature an exhibitor area throughout the meeting. Vendor space will be limited to 25 vendors with reservations being assigned on a first paid-first assigned basis. The agenda is planned to facilitate interaction between Summit attendees and participating vendors, including continental breakfasts, lunch, and breaks that are hosted in the exhibit area each day.

More information here or contact the Chief Administrative Officer: cao@iaemsc.org or call 415-999-5766 for further information or to register and reserve your space as an exhibitor.

AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION
The IAEMSC Summit provides critical information to senior EMS leaders with an excellent opportunity for professional collaboration and networking. The IAEMSC Annual EMS Leadership Summit is an opportunity for you to take time for an educational and professionally rewarding experience.

register now!

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Hotel Information

Capital Hilton
1001 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
Telephone: 202-393-1000 or
800-HILTONS
Conference code: EMS

The host hotel is located just two blocks from the White House and has a proud tradition of serving world travelers with historic hospitality in the Nation's Capital. The hotel is within walking distance to several national landmarks and most Congressional offices. Whether walking or using the Washington, DC transportation system, the Summit will support opportunities for you to meet with your representatives to advocate for the EMS profession at the federal level.

Special guest room group rates are being offered by the Capital Hilton for Summit attendees. Reservations may be made through the link above or by calling the hotel reservations number and referencing the conference code "EMS."

Pre-Conference Topics:

Social Media For EMS Organizations: Danielle Mastropiero, JD, EMT-A
Twitter…Instagram…Facebook… The changing face of social interaction facilitated by technology has presented the EMS Chief with a unique set of circumstances to deal with. This presentation will discuss the legal implications and case law for EMS organizations. Attendee’s will receive a sample policy, guidelines, etc. for their EMS toolbox.
Health and Human Services/Office of the Inspector General Medicare/HIPAA Update – Changes in the final rulemaking provide the public with increased protection and control of personal health information. The HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules have focused on health care providers, health plans and other entities that process health insurance claims. New changes in HIPAA expand many of the requirements to business associates of these entities that receive protected health information, such as contractors and subcontractors. This timely topic will explain the changes in HIPAA and the impact on EMS. Members of the Office of the Inspector General will lead the discussion.
COOP Planning for EMS – Public and private sector EMS and Non-Emergency Services (NES) have to deal with a variety of events every day. How do we deal with man-made or natural disasters that threaten to derail our operations? This presentation promises to provide some insight, as well as the tools necessary for planning for the EMS manager (utilizing an all hazards approach). This presentation will be lead by Andy Flacks, MBA, Senior Program Analyst, Continuity of Operations (COOP), at US Department of Health and Human Services.
Public Private Partnerships during Disasters and Mass Causality Incidents – The size and scope of large-scale incidents have overwhelmed many communities. FEMA has made remarkable strides in working with private sector corporations (Walmart, Home Depot, etc.) to assist local communities. This presentation will provide local examples from the private sector, as well as discussion on the best ways to partner with our corporate neighbors.
Finance, Budgets, and New Business Planning – The ever-changing healthcare environment and the Presidents Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will present unique opportunities for business development. Developing robust financial statements, budgets, and business plans, are critically important to an EMS organization’s continued success. Vic Datta, MSc., CPA, CFF, Managing Director, CFI Consulting.
Billing and the Billing Process – Billing…for some organizations this is fraught with many issues. Workflow…processing…information gathering…these are some places where an organization can fail. This presentation will provide the tools and examples of workflow for future success – Presented by Intermedix.
Data, Data, Data - Leveraging your data for better results - EMS agencies around the world need to able to leverage crude data into valuable, actionable information to improve budgeting, planning, operations, system performance, clinical measures, as well as providing early warning for critical events. This interesting presentation will be provided by Nick Nudell of First Watch.