Memberships

Membership is open to Rheumatology professionals including Physicians and those who hold a management position in a Rheumatology practice.


*Membership is assigned to the individual, not the practice.


Rheumatology Industry professionals are not eligible to join NORM. Your organization is welcome to support NORM through a corporate membership, conference sponsorship, or conference exhibitor. Information is available on our Annual Conference page.


Some of our benefits include:

  • Networking: The annual conference affords ample networking opportunities for attendees.
  • NORM Connect: This platform allows Rheumatology managers from across the country to post comments and/or questions for their colleagues to respond to with their insight.
  • Webinars: Educational webinars and town halls on pertinent information to rheumatology practices.
  • Educational Opportunities: Certified Medical Practice Manager (CMPM), Certified Rheumatology Management Specialist (CRMS), and the AAPC-CRHC training and exam.
  • Resources: News on Rheumatology Matters, Document Library, OIG Compliance Manual, and much more!
  • Annual Conference and Exhibits: Members from across the country sharing information and seeking solutions on current Rheumatology practice management issues is the goal of our annual conference. Members will have time to talk with their colleagues as well as visit exhibits from various support organizations.


Annual Fees:

  • January 1-December 31 – Membership Dues: $150.00
  • NORM Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $200

    NORM is dedicated to being a forum by which we promote and support education, expertise, and advocacy for rheumatology practices and their patients.  In order to accomplish our Mission, it is important for NORM to conduct business in a transparent, balanced, and impartial manner that is free from undue influence or pressure from special interest stakeholders. 


    Membership is open to Rheumatology professionals including Physicians and those who hold a management position in a Rheumatology practice.


    *Membership is assigned to the individual, not the practice.


    Some of our benefits include:

    • Networking: The annual conference affords ample networking opportunities for attendees.
    • NORM Connect: This platform allows Rheumatology managers from across the country to post comments and/or questions for their colleagues to respond to with their insight.
    • Webinars: Educational webinars and town halls on pertinent information to rheumatology practices.
    • Educational Opportunities: Certified Medical Practice Manager (CMPM), Certified Rheumatology Management Specialist (CRMS), and the AAPC-CRHC training and exam.
    • Resources: News on Rheumatology Matters, Document Library, OIG Compliance Manual, and much more!
    • Annual Conference and Exhibits: Members from across the country sharing information and seeking solutions on current Rheumatology practice management issues is the goal of our annual conference. Members will have time to talk with their colleagues as well as visit exhibits from various support organizations.
  • Provider Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $200

    A board-certified rheumatologist or licensed APP working in rheumatology private practice. Full Access to our content and forums. This is a non-voting membership.

  • Associate Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $150

    An individual serving a rheumatology practice but not in a management role. An Associate Member reports to an Active Member (i.e., Bio Coordinators, Billers, etc). There may be no more than four Associate Members per practice. Each Associate Member must be sponsored for membership by an Active Member.

  • Non-Rheumatology Affiliate
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $400

    An individual, in a management position, in a private medical practice that does not staff a board-certified rheumatologist and does infuse/administer rheumatology drugs. This is a non-voting membership.

  • Emeritus Member
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    Free

    Social membership only. Non-working, fully retired, former NORM director, officer, or committee member. (No access to forum or website.)