Grow our community. Get recognized. Make an impact.
The Member, Sponsor & Partner Referral Program is a simple way for you to help bring new organizations into the EDPMA community, expand our influence across emergency medicine, and strengthen the relationships that make this association so valuable.
Whether you are introducing a physician group, a supporting organization, or a revenue cycle partner, your referral helps EDPMA continue building resources, driving advocacy, and connecting leaders who are shaping the future of emergency department practice management.
Questions? Email membership@edpma.org
Why refer?
Referrals are one of the most meaningful ways to grow EDPMA, because they come from trusted relationships. When you recommend EDPMA to a peer, a client, or a business partner, you help bring in members who are already aligned with the values and work of this community.
How it works
Use the steps below as your quick roadmap. The process is designed to take only a few minutes on your end.
- A completed membership purchase by a new company, OR
- A corporate partnership commitment of $7,500 or more
Referral year tracking: RCM Workshop to Solutions Summit for the first year (2026–2027), then Solutions Summit to RCM Workshop going forward.
Recognition and prizes
Every qualifying referral helps strengthen EDPMA and will be celebrated. Top referring members will receive additional recognition and featured visibility across EDPMA channels.
All qualifying referrals receive
- Recognition during the Awards Ceremony at Solutions Summit
- Branding recognition onsite at Solutions Summit (referring company logos)
- Eligibility for Top Referrer recognition
Top 3 referring members will be interviewed at Solutions Summit for posting on EDPMA social channels.
Prize levels
- Free Solutions Summit registration (following year)
- On-stage recognition with plaque at Solutions Summit
- Featured Member Spotlight (newsletter + website + social)
- 50% off Solutions Summit or RCM Workshop registration
- Public recognition (social + website)
- Certificate of recognition
Tiebreaker: Total dollar value of memberships and sponsorships generated through referrals.
Who should you refer?
EDPMA’s community includes organizations across the emergency department practice management landscape. If an organization supports emergency department operations, clinical teams, billing, compliance, or revenue cycle performance, it is likely a strong fit for EDPMA.
- Practice Administrators
- Emergency Medicine Physician Group Executives
- Emergency Department Medical Directors
- Physicians
- Emergency Medicine Nurses
- ED Support Service Experts
- Billing & Revenue Cycle Companies
- Freestanding Emergency Centers
- Supporting organizations (insurers, coding, consultants, collections)
- Other entities with ED business interests
Recruitment tips
Not sure where to start? The most successful referrals usually come from existing working relationships: clients, vendors, partners, and peer organizations that already collaborate with your team.
- Identify billing companies and business partners in your network.
- Review your partner list and consider who benefits from EDPMA education, policy updates, and toolkits.
- Reach out to organizations not yet involved with EDPMA.
- Connect potential sponsors to event opportunities and partnership options.
- Make a simple introduction and let the EDPMA team handle the follow-up and next steps.
Quick talking points
Use the dropdowns below as quick “what to say” guidance when you introduce EDPMA. Keep it simple: lead with the value that fits their role, then invite them to learn more. One membership provides access for the full organization.
Physician Groups
- Advocacy wins that often exceed the cost of dues, especially around reimbursement and regulatory clarity
- Direct engagement on federal and state policy, including payer trends and compliance impacts
- Practical toolkits and resources that support operations, billing, and regulatory readiness
- Peer collaboration and networking through the member directory, Solutions Summit, and RCM Workshop
- Full-company access so your entire team can benefit
RCM / Billing Companies
- Real-time updates on regulatory changes and payer policies that impact client revenue
- Direct access to decision-makers across member organizations, including physician groups and emergency centers
- Education and best practices in emergency department revenue cycle management
- Advocacy support to protect and advance the interests of billing and revenue cycle organizations
- Company-wide membership access
Supporting Organizations
- Build relationships with C-suite decision-makers and leaders across emergency medicine organizations
- Stay informed through publications, webinars, and toolkits focused on the issues your clients care about
- Position your organization as an expert with actionable insights and thought leadership opportunities
- Expand your network at Solutions Summit and RCM Workshop
- One membership provides access across your organization
Sponsorship & Partnerships ($7,500+)
- Reach decision-makers who influence purchasing and strategic partnerships across emergency medicine
- Gain visibility at EDPMA’s premier events: Solutions Summit and RCM Workshop
- Generate qualified leads with a focused audience (no wasted impressions)
- Showcase expertise through speaking, education, and content partnerships
- Flexible packages are available to match business goals and budget
Referral Toolkit
Use these materials to make outreach easy. The PDF includes expanded talking points by member category, plus simple language you can use to explain EDPMA membership value and sponsorship options. You can also download the membership brochure here.
Ready to submit a referral?
Share the organization you are referring and our team will follow up with membership details and next steps. You can submit a referral even if you are not sure who the best contact is yet. Any information you can provide is helpful.
Questions about eligibility, membership categories, or sponsorship levels?
Email membership@edpma.org.