HIMSS is a cause-based, not-for-profit organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare. Founded in 1961, HIMSS and its related organizations have offices in Chicago, Washington, DC, Brussels, Singapore, Leipzig, and other locations across the United States. HIMSS represents more than 30,000 individual members, of which two thirds work in healthcare provider, governmental and not-for-profit organizations. HIMSS also includes over 470 corporate members and more than 85 not-for-profit organizations that share our mission of transforming healthcare through the effective use of information technology and management systems. HIMSS frames and leads healthcare practices and public policy through its content expertise, professional development, and research initiatives designed to promote information and management systems’ contributions to improving the quality, safety, access, and cost-effectiveness of patient care. To learn more about HIMSS and to find out how to join us and our members in advancing our cause, please visit our website at www.himss.org.
The HIMSS membership profile includes CEO's, CIO's, COO's, CFO's, senior managers, IS technical staff, management engineers, physicians, nurses, business consultants, attorneys, financial advisors, technology vendors, academicians, students and more.
HIMSS members apply their expertise in a variety of settings: hospitals, clinical group practices, healthcare system corporations, provider and payer organizations, government, healthcare consulting firms and more.
National Vision, Local Focus
HIMSS National members are also members of any HIMSS Chapter of their choice, and can participate in leadership-building and information-gathering activities at all levels of the Society. HIMSS chapters regularly meet to learn from expert speakers, share knowledge, and network. Chapters publish newsletters, and maintain web sites to keep members posted on industry and HIMSS events. They hold educational sessions designed to help you in your workplace. They are one of the best resources for keeping abreast of local issues.
HIMSS represents 49 chapters across the United States, Canada, and India that serve a valuable role in bringing healthcare system professionals together in a local forum. Chapters provide valuable links between healthcare professionals in close proximity. HIMSS Chapters are important components of the HIMSS structure and are organized and operate on a state, provincial or local basis to advance HIMSS' mission and goals. Chapter are one of the best resources you can have for keeping abreast of local issues - right in your own backyard.
HIMSS members may be from anywhere in the world. Membership in the chapter is assigned on the member's mailing zip code, however members may join any chapter by designating the chapter as their primary affiliation.
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Individual Membership
No other professional affiliation links you to so many like-minded individuals sharing knowledge, solving problems, and networking. HIMSS Individual Membership empowers you to shape your future, enrich your career, and expand your industry intelligence.
Individual Membership Dues (US dollars)
* Regular Member - $140.00
* Chapter Local Service Only Member - $30.00
* Full-time Student Membership - $30.00
HIMSS dues are nontransferable and nonrefundable. HIMSS membership dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal tax purposes. When you apply for membership, be sure to select the chapter of your choice as the local chapter with which you want to be affiliated. To learn more, click here.
To access the on-line membership application, click here, or contact the HIMSS Office at (312) 664-4467 or request an application via e-mail at membership@himss.org.
Organizational Affiliate Program
The HIMSS Organizational Affiliate program is a new comprehensive and exclusive offering for healthcare providers. It offers the highest quality of healthcare IT education, professional development resources and networking opportunities for all levels – from senior management to entry level staff regardless of the total number of employees or level of technology exposure.
Through this program, your organization will experience the benefits of timely access to industry intelligence, events and education. HIMSS can help you choose the best mix of services to meet your organization’s healthcare IT goals. To learn more, click here.
Corporate Membership
The HIMSS Corporate Membership program is designed for healthcare IT vendor companies or consulting firms. With three levels of Corporate Membership—Gold, Platinum, or Diamond—choose the one that best meets your needs. HIMSS has an industry presence unrivaled in scope. With the greatest breadth of experience and depth of expertise across all aspects of the healthcare technology continuum, more senior and executive-level decision makers belong to HIMSS than any other healthcare information technology association.
All Corporate Members enjoy:
• Access to high-level public policy meetings and leaders
• 10-25 complimentary individual memberships
• Exclusive marketing opportunities at HIMSS events
• Local visibility through HIMSS chapters
• National visibility via the HIMSS Web site and HIMSS publication
To learn more, click here. Join today!
Affliate Membership
As HIMSS strives to lead change through collaboration and knowledge sharing with all stakeholders, outreach is now extended to trade associations and professional organizations that share our mission. HIMSS offers its Affiliate Membership to qualifying organizations to encourage their involvement with HIMSS to lead healthcare change through information technology. To learn more, click here.
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