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ZOLL will host a free webinar on "Phrases of Rejection—Words That Lead to Denied Claims" on March 16. 

Phrases of Rejection—Words That Lead to Denied Claims
March 16 at 2:00 p.m. ET/ 1:00 CT
Speaker: Steve Johnson, PWW
1 NAAC CEU

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Congratulations to Oklahoma Ambulance Association past president Rebecca B. Williamson for her selection as Muskogee County EMS's Unsung Hero of the Year. Great job, Rebecca!

The board of the Oklahoma Ambulance Association wishes EMS professionals across the state a joyful and relaxing holiday season. Thank you for your dedicated service to your communities.

During our conference, several important links were provided by the speakers. They are attached in the PDF.

Download List of Links

Gail Atnip provided the handouts for her presentation on Wednesday, October 19th. 

Download "Oklahoma Ambulance Association: Proposed Guidelines for the Expansion of the Prior Authorization."

The Oklahoma Ambulance Association (OKAMA) is proud to announce that our 2016 Fall Conference will be held on Wednesday, October 19th at the History Center in Oklahoma City. Comprehensive sessions will be held throughout the day with a strong focus on reimbursement and regulatory issues, of interest to the leadership and billing/financial personnel of your organization. We are proud to present Asbel Montes, of Acadian Ambulance, and frequent national speaker to discuss the recent ruling from the US Court of Appeals, regarding VA Claims and how to build the process to capture additional revenue on your VA claims. Asbel will join Brian Choate, of the Solutions Group, later in the day, to discuss “turning around” a struggling accounts receivables department. Gail Atnip of Novitas and Lisa Gifford of the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority will lead sessions, providing valuable information critical to Medicare and Medicaid funding and reimbursement issues. Dale Adkerson, Administrative Program Manager for The State of Oklahoma- EMS Division will be on hand to discuss the recently implemented EMS Rules changes that took effect September 11th. Share this information with your industry friends and watch for additional information on our web site, www.okama.org. Participants and Corporate members may register for the conference by filling out the Participant or Corporate Registration Form located in the attached packet and faxing to 886-464-7799 or emailing to slathey@aol.com. Please register early to guarantee a spot and lunch!! Mail registration fees to: OKAMA * 2504 W. Owen Garriott #302 * Enid, OK 73703

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2016 Central Oklahoma EMS Symposium November 10-11, 2016 The 2016 Central Oklahoma EMS Symposium, sponsored by Norman Regional Health System’s (NRHS) Emergency Medicine Residency Program, OCCC and OSU-OKC will be held on November 10th-11th in Norman, Oklahoma. Practicing medics and Paramedic Students are encouraged to attend this two-day educational opportunity. See the attached PDF for detailed information and registration. 

2016 Central Oklahoma EMS_symposium.pdf

The Oklahoma Ambulance Association Membership Drive is Underway!! The 2017 Oklahoma Ambulance Association’s (OKAMA) membership drive has begun and the Board of Directors personally invite all current members and those who have yet to join, to become members for 2017 today! We as an industry are facing incredible reimbursement and funding issues as well as regulatory concerns at a local, statewide and national level. The challenges facing ambulance providers in Oklahoma are more complex than ever and only through your support can the Oklahoma Ambulance Association continue to work on your behalf. OKAMA membership is strong and we want every provider and vendor to join our association and to be part of the ongoing efforts of improving the state of EMS in Oklahoma. To make sure all services are involved, OKAMA provides complimentary membership to small services that transport fewer than 100 patients a year and provides unlimited conference attendance at no cost to those companies or organizations that pay $2,500 or more in annual dues. Current members will be receiving a renewal form by mail soon and all others can find an application on this website, www.okama.org.

On Tuesday, March 29th, Gail Atnip of Novitas will be presenting at the Spring Conference. There is still time to register and attend. The handouts (slides) for the presentation are attached.

OKAMA Spring 2016 Conference - Atnip Slides.pdf

Spring is coming and the wolves seem to still be at the door. Does it seem it gets harder and harder to run and fund an ambulance operation? Come let us help. The Oklahoma Ambulance Association (OKAMA) is proud to announce that our 2016 Spring Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 29th at the History Center in Oklahoma City. Comprehensive sessions will be held throughout the day with broad topics of importance and interest to the leadership, operational and billing/financial personnel of your organization. Gail Atnip of Novitas and Lisa Gifford of the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority will lead sessions, providing valuable information critical to Medicare and Medicaid funding and reimbursement. Maria Bianchi, Executive Director of the American Ambulance Association will bring a national perspective to the many important issues facing ambulance providers in the US., and Heath Stone, Operations Supervisor for MedStar Mobile Healthcare, will present an important session about preparing your organization for an active shooter situation. Don't miss this day! Share this information with your industry friends and watch for additional information on our web site, www.okama.org. Participants and Corporate members may register for the conference by filling out the Participant or Corporate Registration Form located in the attached packet and faxing to 886-464-7799 or emailing to slathey@aol.com. Please register early to guarantee a spot and lunch!! Mail registration fees to: OKAMA * 2504 W. Owen Garriott #302 * Enid, OK 73703

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