Education

Conferences & Meetings

Membership

Chapter Relations

Technical Risk Management Issues

Publications
Professional Recognition Program

 

 

EDUCATION

 

How do I get continuing education credit for ASHRM programs?

Continuing education (CE) credits are awarded for ASHRM's educational programs from the Healthcare Quality Certification Board, Illinois Nurses Association and American College of Healthcare Executives (Category 2/non-ACHE). ASHRM programs are also pre-approved for CE credit toward fulfillment of the requirements of ASHRM designations of FASHRM (Fellow) and DFASHRM (Distinguished Fellow) and toward Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) renewal. Participants receive all CE credits awarded for each program through a certificate issued by ASHRM following the program, based on full participation in the program.

 

How can I get risk management credits for non-ASHRM educational programs?

As a chapter benefit, ASHRM reviews at no charge chapter programs for approval of continuing education credit toward fulfillment of the requirements of ASHRM designations of FASHRM (Fellow) and DFASHRM (Distinguished Fellow) and toward CPHRM renewal. ASHRM also awards continuing education credits to organizations other than ASHRM chapters for a $75 non-refundable fee. For details, click here.

 

Does ASHRM offer online risk management educational programs?

Yes. Click here for details.

 

I am new to the field of risk management. Are there courses that I can take to learn the basics of risk management?

The Modules of ASHRM's Barton Certificate in Healthcare Risk Management Program offer an overview of health care risk management for either the beginning practitioner or for those who wish to refresh their skills. The state and local chapters of ASHRM also offer risk management educational programs of current interest, as well as networking opportunities for those new to the field as well as those who are expanding their careers in risk management.

 

Are there any plans to offer the Modules online?

There are currently no plans to offer the Modules of the Barton Certificate in Healthcare Risk Management Program online. However, please follow the ASHRM Web site and e-News: This Week at ASHRM for announcements about any future plans.

 

How can I obtain continuing education credits for CPHRM (Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management) renewal?

There are several ways that continuing education credit can be obtained for CPHRM renewal. Full details can be found by consulting the AHA Certification Center's CPHRM renewal application.

 

CONFERENCES & MEETINGS

 

When and where will the 2008 Annual Conference & Exhibition be held?

Oct. 2-5, in Boston, MA.  A listing of future conference dates and locations can be found here.

 

When are details announced?

The program brochure is mailed to all members in spring, and registration and housing typically open in May. 

 

 

MEMBERSHIP

If I join today, when will my membership expire?

ASHRM bills members on an anniversary cycle throughout the year. Members are billed approximately 12 months after their join date.

 

Does ASHRM produce a membership directory?

ASHRM maintains a searchable membership directory on the ASHRM web site.  The directory is accessible only to members and is accessible in the Members Services section of the Web site (login is required).

 

How much are membership dues?

ASHRM membership rates are:

$140 for regular membership

$85 for student membership

$85 for retiree membership

 

After I join, when can I expect my membership card?

You will normally receive your membership card within two weeks of joining the association. Members wishing to obtain their membership identification number prior to receiving their card should call the ASHRM office at (312) 422-3980.

 

Does ASHRM have different categories of membership?

Individuals can join ASHRM under the following three types: regular member, full-time student member and retired member. All members enjoy the same benefits and voting rights. ASHRM does not categorize "vendor members" as such. All members who are not student or retired are regular members. To join as a student, you can submit a copy of a recent transcript or current membership card showing full-time student status.

 

What healthcare settings do ASHRM members work in?

Results of a recent ASHRM membership survey indicated that members come from a variety of settings including, but not limited to, acute care medical centers, academic medical centers, insurance carriers, integrated delivery systems, insurance underwriters/captive management, multi-service health facilities, tertiary care, managed care providers, long term care, behavioral health, and law.

 

Where can I find my membership identification number?

Your membership number is included on your membership card and on all ASHRM mailings. You can also call the ASHRM office at (312) 422-3980.

 

 

CHAPTER RELATIONS

 

What does it take to become an affiliated chapter of ASHRM?

A minimum of 25 percent of total chapter membership must be current ASHRM members. The chapter president must be an ASHRM member in good standing during his/her term of office. This requirement must also be stated in the chapter's bylaws. Chapter bylaws must not conflict with the intent of the ASHRM bylaws. Affiliation agreements must be renewed every 3 years. Click here for details on chapter affiliation.

 

How do I apply for ASHRM CE credit for my chapter program?

To apply for continuing education credits, please forward a copy of the program agenda, including topics and timeframes for each topic; biographies for each faculty member; and draft of brochure or marketing language to ashrm@aha.org.  Please allow at least two weeks for confirmation of the continuing education credits.  Once credits are approved, you will be contacted by ASHRM.  Click here for details on credits for chapter programs.

 

Promotional materials and certificates of attendance must use the following wording to accurately reflect the continuing education credits awarded by ASHRM:

"This program has been approved for a total of ___ contact hours of Continuing Education Credit toward fulfillment of the requirements of ASHRM designations of FASHRM (Fellow) and DFASHRM (Distinguished Fellow) and toward CPHRM renewal."

What assistance can ASHRM give to promote my chapter activities?

To include an announcement on the ASHRM web site or in the Forum newsletter or e-News: This Week at ASHRM, please forward details, including whom to contact for more information, to Nancy Neff at nneff@aha.org.

 

What ASHRM resources are available to my chapter and its leadership?

ASHRM staff works to help the chapter community prosper. A key resource is the ASHRM Chapter Handbook.  It includes a complete list of support and services  ASHRM offers to its chapters.

 

Whom do I contact for help on chapter issues?

For issues relating to ASHRM, affiliation, membership rebates, or other issues, contact Nancy Neff, Manager, Membership & Technology, at nneff@aha.org.

TECHNICAL RISK MANAGEMENT ISSUES

How can I find data on IV complications and guidelines for safe IV medication administration?

The following resource is suggested for further information:

Infusion Nurses Society, www.ins1.org

 

How can I obtain a sample position description for a health care risk manager?

The Risk Management Handbook for Healthcare Organizations (5th Edition), includes an ASHRM Risk Manager Task Inventory and different levels of Risk Manager Position Descriptions as exhibits following Volume 1, Chapter 5, "The Health Care Risk Management Professional," pp. 115-153. The Risk Management Handbook can be purchased through the ASHRM Online Store.

 

What information is available for formulating a policy for either videotaping or photographing procedures in the hospital setting?

Members suggest that a procedure on videotaping address:

• Reason for videotaping: if the tape is requested for a patient's record of his/her procedure, or for purposes of medical education (such tapes are erased and reused consistently);
• Whether the videos are the property of the hospital;
• If the videotapes are the property of the hospital, how they are stored;
• Consent for the taking of photographs and videos;
• Whether sound is allowed with the video recording;
• Whether copies can be made for the physician and/or patient.

 

State laws may govern whether such tapes are considered part of the medical record.

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

How do I submit a manuscript to be considered for publication in the Journal of Healthcare Risk Management?

With the objective of publishing a journal of significant value to its members,  (ASHRM) looks for articles that help risk managers improve their professional performance.  Articles of most benefit to the Journal’s readers are those that explain risk management techniques, spot trends, explain the significance and impact of court decisions and congressional activity on the risk management function and relate risk management techniques to other health care areas.

 

The purpose of the Journal is to provide a forum on health care risk management issues and explain the impact of those issues to other appropriate parties.  Article topics could include, but are not limited to: patient safety, professional liability claims management, loss prevention, risk management-related legislation and legal issues, risk management fundamentals, computers in risk management, statistical processing in risk management and infection control.

 

For details, review the Journal Author Guidelines before submitting a manuscript.

 

Does ASHRM accept advertising?

Yes. For details, please visit ASHRM's advertising information Web page.

 

 

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION PROGRAM

 

What are the requirements for ASHRM's Professional Recognition Program?

ASHRM encourages its members to show their commitment to the field of healthcare risk management and to their professional development as a leader in the field by working toward and applying for special recognition. The DFASHRM (Distinguished Fellow) designation is limited to current ASHRM members who have been members for a minimum of 10 years. The FASHRM (Fellow) designation is limited to current ASHRM members who have been members for a minimum of five years. For details and to download an application form, visit the  Professional Recognition page.