2. Communication with National  Chapter Handbook – download from www.ambanet.net/ChapterHandbook.doc www.ambanet.net/ChapterHandbook.doc  Communicate problems with AMBA national in a timely manner  Submit reports to Larry (larry@brightok.net)larry@brightok.net  Submit information for email blasts to Larry  Review your chapter website (localchapters.net)  Update Officer contact info  Submit Website Chapter meeting info to Lisa Paoli medofficesol@att.netmedofficesol@att.net

3. Communication with National  For updates on new members in your area, contact Larry  For new CMRS members, check the monthly newsletter  To add meeting or chapter information to the newsletter, email me – cyndeew@brightok.net cyndeew@brightok.net  Allow 2-3 weeks for website updates

4. Tips on Getting Started  Hold 6 meetings annually – half can be online  Encourage use of member forums for networking purposes between chapter members  Chapter website updates – Lisa Paoli medofficesol@att.net medofficesol@att.net  www.localchapters.net www.localchapters.net

5. Benefits for Chapter Officers  Discount of $100 to National Conference  Earn 6 CEUs for year  Study Guide & Exam (after completing your office term)

6. Chapter Member Benefits  Network with others in medical billing  Education and Training  Share ideas and information  Chapter project  Earn CEUs for attending meetings and training  Mentor environment where less experienced billers can learn from seasoned billers

7. Tips to Earn Chapter Money  50/50 Pot  Drawings  Charge a nominal fee for meetings to cover copies, meals, refreshments, etc.  Hold a training seminar or webinar and charge a nominal fee to members and a higher fee to non-members

8. Communicating with Members  President should acknowledge all new members and guests  Have “greeters” to greet speakers, new members and guests  Put someone in charge of obtaining a list of members in your area on a regular basis so you can reach out to any new potential members.

9. Meeting Tips  Provide an agenda and stick to it as closely as possible  Start on time – end on time or as closely to time as possible  Have a positive attitude  Stay focused and be organized  Don’t forget to make any special announcements and announce the next meeting and topic