NAMSS 49th Annual Conference & Exhibition: A Comprehensive Overview

The NAMSS (National Association Medical Staff Services) 49th Annual Conference & Exhibition is set to be a premier event for medical services professionals. Scheduled from September 28 to October 1, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon, the conference promises a dynamic and enriching experience for all attendees.

Overview of the Conference

The NAMSS Educational Conference & Exhibition serves as a premier gathering for professionals in the medical services field. This event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to enhance their knowledge through a diverse array of educational sessions, workshops, and presentations led by industry experts.

Conference Location and Dates

Location: Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon, United States.
Dates: September 28 - October 1, 2025.

Target Audience

The NAMSS Annual Conference draws medical services professionals together from across the country. Medical Services and Provider Enrollment Professionals are an essential part of any healthcare organization. Attendees typically include individuals with primary accountability for the administrative and medical-legal structure of the medical staff organization in hospitals, managed care, group practices, surgical centers, and other healthcare settings.

Key Responsibilities of Attendees

Attendees usually have a wide variety of responsibilities, which include:

Credentialing, privileging, and re-credentialing of all physicians and advanced practice clinicians.
Assuring compliance with various state and federal regulations.
Accrediting body standards pertaining to the functions of the medical staff.
Enrolling providers with payers.

Educational Opportunities

The conference is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of medical services professionals through various educational formats.

Customized Journey Maps

This year's conference features customized journey maps focusing on topics including provider enrollment, credentialing/privileging/CVO, quality and peer review, and operational management.

Skill Booster Sessions

NAMSS25 features a brand-new series of short, high-energy Skill Booster Sessions focused on professional development.

Tell Your Boss Takeaway Sessions

End your #NAMSS25 experience with our Tell Your Boss Takeaway sessions.

Session Tracks

Attendees can choose a subject matter track that best fits their interests and professional needs. This year, there is a particular focus on providing more topics/sessions for advanced MSPs.

Session Formats

Traditionally, sessions at NAMSS have been offered primarily in a lecture format. The conference is encouraging new ideas for innovative, engaging session formats! If your session would be better offered as a roundtable discussion with interaction between attendees, or a moderated panel discussion where attendees can submit questions to the presenters, we would like to know.

Abstract Submissions

The abstract submission deadline has passed-thank you for your enthusiasm and contributions!

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Insights for Future Submissions

Participants gained valuable insights into the NAMSS conference abstract submission process, learned how to craft compelling abstracts that stand out, and how to use the NAMSS Call for Abstracts platform. The conference also introduced several new session formats designed to encourage more interactive and engaging presentations.

First-Time Speakers

All speakers presenting for the first time with NAMSS will be automatically enrolled in our Speaker Development Program. Piloted in 2024, this program aims to mentor and train emerging voices to become confident and effective speakers. Individuals will be paired with an experienced mentor, have access to NAMSS online speaker resources, and receive dedicated education from our mentors.

Keynote Sessions

The conference will feature keynote sessions designed to inspire and educate attendees.

Opening Keynote

Join us for the #NAMSS25 Opening Reception on Sunday, Sept. 28 and the Wonderfully Weird: Uniquely Portland reception in the Exhibit Hall on Monday, Sept.

Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

Part keynote, part dance party/sing-along, this presentation will entertain and empower you to understand your emotional intelligence and how it impacts you every single day. Rich Bracken is an award-winning global keynote speaker, thought leader, television and media contributor, and consultant focusing on emotional intelligence, leadership, motivation, and business differentiation through client experience and branding. Combining his experience in sales, marketing, and client experience with his passion for public speaking and coaching, he brings a unique and refreshing blend of empathy and positivity that resonates with professionals from every level and background.

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Closing Keynote: The Stress Advantage

Wednesday, Oct. After years of rapid change in healthcare, many professionals are burned out - but the demands haven’t slowed down. In the #NAMSS25 closing keynote session, “The Stress Advantage: Harnessing the Power of Stress to Boost Performance,” Dr. Rebecca Heiss will show attendees how to reframe stress as a tool for growth.

About Dr. Rebecca Heiss

As an evolutionary biologist and stress expert, Dr. Rebecca Heiss helps people break through fear-driven behaviors and unlock their full potential. Dr. Heiss is the author of the acclaimed book Instinct, founder of the 360-review app icueity, and creator of the Fearless Accelerator and Year of Happy programs. Known for her energy, humor, and interactive approach, Rebecca inspires audiences to rewire their brains for greater happiness, connection, and resilience.

Important Considerations for Attendees

For those interested in attending, there are several important factors to keep in mind.

Application Requirements

To participate in the program, potential attendees typically need to provide:

A personal statement to discuss why you’re interested in this program. What do you hope to gain from it?
One letter of support from an organizational leader with who can highlight your leadership potential based on existing merits, skills, values, and other professional qualities, as well as support your active participation in the program.

Benefits of Participation

Participants will receive one-night hotel stay and free registration for the 49th Educational Conference & Exhibition, taking place Sept. 29-Oct. This half-day session is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025.

Guidelines for Presenters

To ensure the quality and integrity of the conference, presenters are expected to adhere to specific guidelines.

Session Content

Sessions must be educational in nature and must not include any sales, product, or marketing/promotional information. Speakers are encouraged to prepare and present original material. Ownership of all session materials remains with the authors/presenters.

Demographic Information

In partnership with the NAMSS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, the Conference Committee is requesting demographic information on the primary presenter on each abstract submission.

Conference Committee

Join Conference Committee Chair Ann Klinger, Vice Chair Mallorie Merboth and NAMSS staff to learn more about the newly opened abstract submission process for the NAMSS 49th Educational Conference and Exhibition taking place in Portland, Oregon from September 28 - October 1, 2025.

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