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Keystone Newsletter - Fall 2025
President's Report
President’s Message
By Julie Dunham, President, IAMSS
Hi everyone,
It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into the final stretch of the year! I hope this message finds you all well whether you’re knee-deep in credentialing files, onboarding new providers, navigating payer portals, or just trying to keep all the plates spinning (hopefully with coffee in hand).
I just returned from the NAMSS Conference, and it was truly energizing to be surrounded by professionals from across the country who are just as passionate about medical staff services, credentialing, and provider enrollment as we are. The sessions were insightful, the networking was meaningful, and I left feeling both proud of our profession and excited about what’s ahead. And to be honest — it was great to speak in acronyms and have people actually know what you’re saying!
One of my biggest takeaways from the conference is how much our field continues to evolve and how critical it is that we stay connected, informed, and supported through it all. Whether you’re working in credentialing, privileging, peer review, provider enrollment, or some combination of everything, your role is essential to the success of your organization and the safety of patients.
Before we close out 2025, Medical Staff Professionals Week, coming up November 3–9, 2025, is our moment to celebrate the dedicated professionals who are often behind the scenes but always at the heart of healthcare operations. I encourage each of you to take time during MSP Week to reflect on your accomplishments, recognize yourself and your teams, and help spread awareness about the vital role Medical Staff Services plays in both patient safety and provider support.
I am so grateful to be surrounded by this amazing community of MSPs.
Until next time, take care of yourselves and each other!
IAMSS Board Opportunities
Board Elections – for July 2026-June 2028
· President Elect
· Secretary (eligible for 1 more term)
· Membership (term limit reached)
· Communications (eligible for 1 more term)
· Conference (eligible for 1 more term)
Time commitment
Non-Conference Planning Months(May-Oct): roughly one virtual meeting (1 hr) every couple of months
Conference Planning Months (Nov-Apr): virtual meeting every 2-3 weeks with one virtual mtg a week the 2 weeks prior to conference
There is also usually one on-site Board Retreat
President Elect Description
The President-Elect shall act for the President in his/her absence and at the direction of the President. The President-Elect shall serve as Chair of the Program Committee.
President Elect Responsibilities
1) Preside at meetings in the President’s absence.
2) Serve as Chair of the Program Committee for IAMSS.
3) Assist the President in any way possible to facilitate the effective operation of IAMSS.
4) Assist in facilitating effective communication between IAMSS members and the Board.
5) Assist in defining a clear mission, goals and objectives for the successful operation of IAMSS.
6) Participate in Board meetings throughout the year, including teleconferences as needed.
Secretary Description
The Secretary shall keep accurate minutes of all meetings of IAMSS and shall be custodian of all Association records.
Secretary Responsibilities
1) Be custodian of all Association records.
2) Take minutes, transcribe and provide written copies of all meetings of IAMSS membership and State Association Board of Directors.
3) Maintain a file of all association agendas, minutes and other corresponding documents.
4) Bring sufficient copies of the minutes of the prior conference meetings to put in the conference attendee's informational packet.
5) Send copies of board meeting minutes to the board prior to the next scheduled board meeting.
6) Serve as Chair of the Bylaws Committee.
7) Maintain electronic files and paper originals of documents such as Bylaws and Policies and Procedures.
8) Assist with annual conference as referenced in Annual Conference Task List.
9) Participate in Board meetings throughout the year, including teleconferences as needed.
Membership Member at Large Description
The Member at Large—Membership shall collect and record all memberships of the State Association.
Position Responsibilities
1) Collect and record all membership information in an Excel database.
2) Update social media group membership quarterly
3) Order membership anniversary pins or plaques as needed for recognition at the annual conference.
4) Facilitate recruitment efforts by reaching out to non-member facilities.
5) Maintain updated membership email address list and share with Communications member-atlarge.
6) Assist with annual conference as referenced in Annual Conference Task List.
a. Present Membership data during business meeting at annual conference.
b. Present membership anniversaries at annual conference (5, 10 yr, etc.).
c. Purchase door prizes for annual conference.
d. Purchase giveaways for annual conference and new members.
7) Participate in Board meetings throughout the year, including teleconference as needed.
Commnications Member at Large Description
Publish Keynotes twice a year for the winter and summer editions. Solicit information from the membership and other credentialing related agencies for articles for newsletters through the year. This position will edit the articles provided for the newsletter and determine what to publish.
Position Responsibilities
1) Publish Keynotes twice a year. Keynotes shall be posted on the website.
2) Maintain an electronic or paper copy of the newsletter and all previous Keynotes editions.
3) Maintain a file with all article submissions, notes, and drafts of newsletter until the next newsletter is published.
4) Send a draft of Keynotes to the Board prior to publishing.
5) Maintain organization website. Facilitate the electronic distribution of conference registration notices, association correspondence, etc.
6) Assist with annual conference as referenced in Annual Conference Task List.
7) Participate in Board meetings throughout the year, including teleconference as needed.
Conference Planning Member at Large (note - the Policy Manual on our website isn't the most current and doesn't contain this role!)
The Member at Large—Conference Planning shall assist in the conference planning process and be the primary point of contact at the conference.
Position Responsibilities
1. Assist in the planning of the proposed conference budget via shared historical spreadsheet
2. Assist in recording conference actual expenses via the shared historical spreadsheet
3. Ensure speaker agreements are sent out and received back and executed
4. Be the primary Point of Contact for the conference venue, venue contract, and food
5. Be the primary on-site Point of Contact for conference details (including IT matters, food, temperature, etc)
6. Participate in Board meetings throughout the year, including teleconference as needed.
Membership
Time to Renew Your IAMSS Membership for 2026!
Membership renewal opens November 3, 2025. Simply log into the Member Area at iowa-iamss.org to renew your membership.
We’re pleased to share that dues for 2026 remain at $65.00. IAMSS currently has 115 members, and we’d love to see at least 75% (that’s about 86 members) renewed by the end of the year.
Renew early and stay connected with your IAMSS community!
Welcome New Members
Lylie Bowen, Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
Mindy Deppe, UnityPoint Health - Fort Dodge
Jocelyn Flattery, Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System
Kymm Ford, Iowa Health Care
Lori Ginter, MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
Shelby Jubeck, University of Iowa Health Care
Cathia Krehbiel, HRMC
Tylor Melton, Radiology Consultants of Iowa
Teresa Rothfus, Broadlawns Medical Center
Jill Schiltz, Humboldt County Memorial Hospital
Linda Sencenbaugh, Spencer Municipal Hospital
Rikki Vargas, Clarinda Regional Health
Linnea Wemhoff, Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
