Additional Fees Apply.

Instructors teaching the certification preparation workshops are not involved in any way with the CPCS and/or CPMSM test development or administration process. Attendance at these workshops does not guarantee a passing grade on the CPCS and/or CPMSM exams.

Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4 

Credentialing 101
Session Code: SA01
Part 1 of 2: Saturday, October 3; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Part 2 of 2: Sunday, October 4; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Total CE Credits: 14.0

This course describes basic credentialing processes for appointment, reappointment, and privileging; interprets CMS and The Joint Commission Standards regarding credentialing and privileging; applies these requirements to acute and ambulatory healthcare settings; describes the NCQA credentialing standards for organizations with delegated status; and identifies “red flags”—basic information that requires additional research.

Credentialing Specialist Certification Preparation Course (CPCS)
Session Code: SA02
Part 1 of 2: Saturday, October 3; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Part 2 of 2: Sunday, October 4; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Total CE Credits: 14.0

An MSP plays an integral role in healthcare, whether it’s in a hospital, CVO, or managed care. The NAMSS Credentialing Specialist Certification Preparation (CPCS) Course presents all of the relevant information you’ll need to prepare for the NAMSS certification exam. This comprehensive class explores key concepts from all medical environments, teaching you how to apply them in your own profession. This rigorous program involves independent study, classroom discussion, case studies, and group collaboration. You’ll review credentialing procedures, policies, and data management of any medical establishment—the essentials you’ll need to prepare for the exam.

NEW! Medical Services Management Certification Preparation Course (CPMSM)
Session Code: SA03
Part 1 of 2: Saturday, October 3; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Part 2 of 2: Sunday, October 4; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Total CE Credits: 14.0

NAMSS introduces the Medical Services Management (CPMSM) Certification Preparation Course, which covers all relevant information on the CPMSM exam and how it can be applied in any medical environment. Participants will learn by means of independent review, in-class discussion, case studies, and group collaboration. This comprehensive course explores topics such as accreditation and credentialing standards, privileging, medical services administration, risk management, and data management—all of the bases to help MSPs prepare for the CPMSM exam.

Working with The Joint Commission Medical Staff Standards
Session Code: SA04
Part 1 of 2: Saturday, October 3; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Part 2 of 2: Sunday, October 4; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Total CE Credits: 14.0

This two day workshop offers hands-on assistance with The Joint Commission compliance challenges. Faculty from Joint Commission Resources will provide education and training on 2010 TJC standards impacting the medical staff. In addition, they will address the requirements of the medical staff chapter and also medical staff challenges from other sections of the accreditation manuals, to include leadership, the National Patient Safety Goals, medication management, infection control, the provision of care, and the record of care.