Click here to view a PDF of the February 2026 IEPC Newsletter. In this issue:

Kavitha Weaver, MBAExecutive Director, IEPCMonterey Bay Emergency Partners As employment models in emergency medicine evolve, maintaining reliable health insurance remains key consideration. The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) offers individual health insurance plans designed specifically for emergency physicians. These plans can be useful for physicians who do not have employer-sponsored coverage, are transitioning between positions, or want additional flexibility. … Read More

Robert Chavez, MDPresident, IEPCProvidence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance Hello friends and colleagues, Those of us who run small independent emergency medicine groups will find recruiting against the USACS, Team Health and Vituity’s of the world quite challenging. We certainly do not have the PR budget to compete with them; therefore, we must have a more tailored approach. … Read More

Thank you to all who participated in the IEPC 2025-2026 Benchmarking Survey. The survey is now closed, and we are in the process of compiling and analyzing the results. If your group participated, please look for a detailed summary report to be distributed via email in the coming weeks. We look forward to sharing the findings and hope they will … Read More

Click here to view a PDF of the December 2025 IEPC Newsletter. In this issue:

IEPC would like to wish you and your families a happy holiday season! We are looking forward to a great year in 2026!

At a recent ACEP Democratic Group Practice Section meeting, leaders in emergency medicine discussed one of the most important decisions independent groups face, selecting the right revenue cycle management (RCM) partner. This discussion offered practical lessons that apply directly to IEPC member groups navigating today’s increasingly complex reimbursement environment. While cost is often the first factor considered, speakers emphasized that … Read More

The IEPC Board takes office for 2026 in January. We thank you for your continued service! Robert Chavez, MD – PresidentClay Whiting, MD – TreasurerDon Shook, MD – Vice PresidentSameer Mistry, MD – Vice PresidentAndrew Fenton, MD – Vice PresidentMike Gertz, MD – Secretary