The 143rd Annual Meeting is just one week away! We're looking forward to networking, interactive programming on issues important to physicians and patients, and the convening of the House of Delegates who will conduct business integral to the continuing success of CMS. The meeting will be held Sept. 20-22, 2013, at the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort.

REGISTRATION

There is still time to register! Click here to go to the annual meeting registration page of CMS.org to download the PDF registration form or contact Dianna Mellott-Yost at (720) 858-6321 or [email protected].

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

The CMS room block at the Vail Marriott Mountain Resort is sold out but they may still have rooms available. Call the Marriott at 1-877-622-3140 to inquire about availability.

Address: 715 West Lionshead Circle, Vail, CO 81657
Local phone: (970) 476-4444
Click here for a map and directions

RESOLUTIONS

All members are encouraged to view the resolutions that will be considered by the House of Delegates and provide comments online. Comments must be submitted by close-of-business on Monday, Sept. 16. Click here to view the resolutions. Note: This content requires a member log-in. If you need help with this process, please contact Tim Yanetta at (720) 858-6306 or [email protected].

CME AND COPIC POINTS AVAILABLE

The COPIC educational session on Sunday, Sept. 22, 7 - 9 a.m., has been approved for up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 2 COPIC points. Click here to go to the agenda page of CMS.org to view the full accreditation statement.

COMPAC PROGRAMMING

COMPAC, the political action committee of CMS, will present several sessions during this year's meeting to facilitate discussion on top advocacy issues between members and key elected officials. The COMPAC-AMPAC luncheon on Saturday, Sept. 21, will feature a discussion on Medicare payment and the SGR with U.S. Congressman Cory Gardner. The 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. session on Saturday will explore prescription drug abuse in Colorado. And the 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. session on Sunday will explore the liability climate, featuring a panel discussion with Sen. Ellen Roberts, Sen. Cheri Jahn, Rep. Clarice Navarro and Rep. Joann Ginal.

Interested in more in-depth advocacy training? Register today for COMPAC's Regional Campaign and Grassroots Seminar on Saturday, Oct. 12. Click here for more information.