January 10, 2008

AARC Professor's Rounds 2008 Continuing Education Series
The AARC's popular Professor's Rounds series is now available for 2008 with eight new topics on DVD!  Order the entire 2008 season at the member price of $1,289 and save – it's like getting two FREE programs.  Learn more about this great continuing education series and how your department can take advantage of these high-quality, easy-to-earn CRCEs for your staff.  

2008 Congress Proposals Due
The deadline for submitting proposals for topics and speakers at the 2008 Congress in Anaheim, CA, is coming up on Jan. 15. So head to the link right now to make your RPFs.  

New Pricing Options for AARC Benchmarking System
The AARC is offering two new pricing options for its Benchmarking System. Now facilities can subscribe to the service for six months at a price of $375 for AARC members ($450 nonmembers). And with any type of subscription, any and all other hospitals within the same system can purchase a subscription good for the same length of time for only $150 each. Click on the link to learn more, or contact Bill Dubbs by e-mail  or phone (972-243-2272).

Now's the Time to Enter Your Congress CRCEs
Still haven't entered your Congress CRCEs into your online record? Take a few moments to complete the chore. It's quick, it's easy, and it's all online.  

Houston Hosts Asthma Course in February
The AARC's traveling Asthma Educator Preparation Course is heading to Houston, TX, Feb. 23-24, and registration is already in full swing. Check out the link to see how this great program can help you become an asthma expert in your facility and prepare you to sit for the Asthma Educator-Certified exam at the same time.

2008 Editions of Medlearn Coding Resources Now Available at a Special Rate for AARC Members
AARC is pleased to offer two of Medlearn's well-respected coding resources at a reduced rate for AARC Members. Coding Essentials for RT/Pulmonary Function helps you interpret Medicare billing guidelines for respiratory therapy and pulmonary function. And it helps you identify compliance issues and assists with the management of coding and billing processes. The Hospital Outpatient Guide to Sleep Study Payment walks you through the complexities of coding and billing for sleep studies and improves your ability to capture full reimbursement.  Now available in the AARC Store .

Good Press: AARC Members in the News  
See who's been getting great coverage for RTs and the profession over the past couple of weeks.

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