NEW! The largest, most capable IT service company in Nebraska
Five Nines provides training, continuing education courses, webinars, important technology updates, and reduced prices for partnership agreements. Since 2007, Five Nines has partnered with Nebraska and Iowa-based companies to establish and grow their technology operations. With offices in Kearney, Central City, Lincoln, and Omaha, Five Nines is the largest, most capable IT service company in the Iowa-Nebraska region.

• Discount on your monthly contract.
• As more NMA members become Five Nines partners, the tiered discount grows.
• Access to employee training.
• Sponsorships and donations of your events and causes.
• Endorsed subject-matter experts taking accountability for your IT.

For more information:https://fivenines.com/nebraska-medical-association/ + Contact Us

Expect Something More
You drive with greater peace of mind every day.  It's a great comfort knowing AAA is standing by, ready to help you, 24 hours a day.

• 24-Hour Roadside Assistance.  Download the mobile app to request roadside assistance, find the lowest gas prices, and access to your member benefits in the palm of your hand.
• Travel and Insurance Agency services providing exclusive offers and rates.
• Save money with auto financing, access to pre-negotiated discounts at over 126,000 partner locations, and free Experian credit report and ID theft monitoring.

For more information: Benefit Sheet + 402-441-4500 x 552 + scrigoll@aaane.com

Strengthen Your Immunization Efforts with the Leading Vaccine Buying Group
To help you save money on vaccine purchases, the NMA has partnered with Atlantic Health Partners, a physician purchasing program.

• Most favorable pricing for Sanofi, Merck, Pfizer, and Seqirus vaccines.
• Discounts for medical and office supplies and services.
• Reimbursement support and advocacy.
• Medicare Part D Vaccine Program.

For more information: 800-741-2044 + info@atlantichealthpartners.com + www.atlantichealthpartners.com

Secure messaging technology to assess and treat patients remotely.
Backline makes telehealth and care collaboration easy.  A simple text from the provider using Backline goes straight to the patient’s mobile phone to initiate a secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual visit. 

• No patient registration process or app for patients to download.
• No limits on usage or per-session fees.
• Additional communication features you won’t find in other telemedicine offerings.
• Offices with more than 10 physicians may be eligible for an additional discount.  Please contact Curt Hess directly at 717-309-4771 or chess@drfirst.com. 

For more information: www.drfirst.com + Register Now (Be sure to enter Association Code 'NMA')

Local Payment Processing Solutions
Nebraska-owned, family operated merchant services provider with offices in both Lincoln and Omaha. NMA members have access to industry low rates, local support, and up-to-date payment processing solutions. BestCard offers a variety of solutions to fit your office’s needs including terminal-based, web-based, and mobile.

• 24/7 customer support.
• Compatible with most existing equipment.
• Cutting edge credit card hardware and web-based systems.
• Online 'Make a Payment' website payment portal. Set Up fees have been temporarily WAIVED to assist you during COVID-19.  This includes design and development costs.
• Lowest pricing for new chip-ready terminals.
• Next day funding available (if settled before 6pm CST).
• Recurring payments.
• Virtual terminal for back office processing.

For more information: 402-206-2233 + NMA@bestcardpayments.com + www.bestcardpayments.com

Offering the latest technology solutions to keep your business running at its peak.
We provide reliable, customized information technology (IT) and audiovisual (AV) services so you never have to worry about downtime getting in the way. We’re always looking for innovative ways to procure, install, and support equipment that meshes with your long-term business goals. By blending the latest in IT and AV, we design, develop, and deploy seamless technology platforms that align with all of your objectives.

• NMA members are eligible for a 10% discount on monthly managed services.
• Onsite and remote support, Office 365 email backup, cloud-based file sharing, and business continuity/server backup.
• Managed antivirus, advanced content filtering, and email security and encryption.
• Security awareness training, and ongoing HIPAA compliance including a risk analysis and proactive remediation of incidents.

For more information: 402-323-4828 + NMA@bizco.com

We’ve Got More Than Just Your Back
COPIC is a better option for medical liability coverage. Our industry-leading programs support physicians, medical professionals, group practices, hospitals, and medical facilities to deliver improved patient care. And having a proven partner means you can focus on what matters most—better medicine and better lives.

Premium Deferment and Other Support from COPIC – NMA Endorsed Medical Liability Insurance Carrier COPIC is committed to supporting NMA and its members during this time. One of the ways COPIC is doing this is by lessening the financial impact of COVID-19 for its policyholders.

• COPIC policyholders have the option of deferring their premium payments until September 1, 2020.
• The deferment option is available for both new and existing policyholders, including those who choose to switch their coverage to COPIC midterm.
• No late payment or finance charges.

In addition, COPIC policyholders have direct access to expert support to help navigate COVID-19 challenges through its Legal and HR Helplines, as well as a 24/7 Risk Management Hotline, which connects you with an experienced physician. COPIC has also set up a COVID-19 Physician Program policy that will provide temporary liability coverage that can be accessed by existing policyholders who have a need.

• Discount Increase for 2020! Up to 20% premium reduction: members receive a 10% premium reduction and qualify for an additional 10% premium reduction for participating in the COPIC Points Program.
• Physician-led company recognized for its patient safety and risk management programs.
• 24/7 risk management hotline staffed by physicians for guidance in urgent situations.
• Frequency of claims is 30% less than the national average.
• On-site reviews that identify high-risk areas and best practices to address these.
• 20+ years of experience with communication and resolution programs that address patients’ needs after an unexpected outcome occurs.
• An array of educational activities that include in-person seminars, on-demand courses, and multiday conferences, and often qualify for CME/CNE credit.

For more information: 720-858-6199 + sales@copic.com + www.callcopic.com

HIPAA-Secure Mobile Messaging
The NMA has partnered with Medici Connect to bring members HIPAA-secure messaging tool at no cost.

• Send/receive images files, lab results, x-rays, and other documentation.
• HIPAA-secure, HITRUST certified messaging from the web or from your smartphone.
• Support based in Austin, Texas.
• Instantly access a directory of NMA members to securely communicate with colleagues.
• No additional setup: Medici Connect is HIPAA secure out of the box and signs Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) for all users.
• Optional Upgrade: Add office staff and care team members to simplify communication within your practice.

New features!

• Secure voice, video, and text communication.
• Group messaging with colleagues.
• eReferrals.
• Patient communication.

To get started:
1. Download the app for iOS, Android. You can also access the web version from your desktop or laptop.
2. Log in to Medici Connect and start messaging!

For assistance or more information: www.medici.md + Contact Us

Rental Car Discounts
National/Enterprise Rent-A-Car® is the first choice for business travelers who need to rent near their home or office while providing savings to their company. National Car Rental® has long been favored by frequent renters at airports for speed and vehicle choice. With Emerald Club, the loyalty program of National Car Rental, members enjoy expedited service, greater ease, and exclusive rewards when renting at both Enterprise and National worldwide.

• Bypass the counter and choose your own car.
• E-receipts for faster rental return.
• Emerald Aisle Access - Choose any car (Midsize and above) on the Emerald Aisle and only pay the Midsize rate (in U.S. and Canada).
• Earn Emerald Club rental credits at participating Enterprise Rent-A-Car locations.

For more information: 877-881-5500 + www.nationalcar.com

As a physician, your financial needs are unique and require solutions that are tailored to your lifestyle.
Our Physicians Mortgage Loan offers competitive rates and flexible terms.

• Down payment requirement as low as 3%.  Gift funds allowed for down payment.
• No mortgage insurance required.
• Loan amounts up to $1,000,000.
• Flexible guidelines: qualify for a loan based on your credit history and a secured employment contract.
• No fees/penalty for paying off your loan early.
• Save up to $400 off closing costs.
• For younger physicians/residents with student loans, outstanding loan amounts will be excluded from the debt to income (DTI) calculated ratio if the student loan payments are deferred for 12 months (from loan closing). Maximum DTI is 45% of gross income.

For more information: 402-602-8655 + kmcmanus@fnni.com + www.firstnational.com/mortgage/kmcmanus

Helping You Build a Simplified and Successful Financial Life
With nearly 90 years of strong and stable experience, there aren’t many challenges we haven’t faced. Our mission is to use an integrated, team approach to deliver solutions customized to meet your unique needs. Because when your banking, investments, and estate planning are coordinated, it simplifies your financial life.

• Independent, privately-held bank owned by the same family for six generations.
• More than $9 billion in assets with over $32 billion under administration.
• Managing money for individuals and families since 1929.
• Recognized by J.D. Power for the “Highest Customer Satisfaction with Retail Banking in the Midwest.”

For more information: 402-602-7327 + mpalmesano@fnni.com + www.fnbo.com/wealth

Save Thousands on Your Student Loans by Refinancing with a Community Lender
NMA has partnered with LendKey to give members access to LendKey’s exclusive network of 250+ community lenders for free refinancing offers in minutes.

• Highest chance of approval with LendKey’s network of not-for-profit lenders.
• Check real rates in two minutes and keep payments low with an interest-only payment option.
• No handoffs mean you’re with our customer care team from application to final payment.
• Refinance all private and federal student loans for undergraduate and graduate studies.
• Even more benefits like cosigner release, unemployment protection, and no fees.

For more information: 888-549-9050 + customer.care@lendkey.com + www.lkrefi.com/nma-members

Medical Transport, Travel Security, Crisis Response
The NMA has partnered with MEDJET, a global air medical transport, travel security, and crisis response membership program, to provide NMA members elevated travel protection at reduced membership rates. When and where medical mishaps and crisis events occur during travel are out of your control. With a MedjetHorizon Membership, you have an empowering solution: unrivaled control of your health, safety, and security. MedjetHorizon Membership includes the core air medical transport benefits of the MedjetAssist Membership, plus the benefits of travel security and crisis response.

• Discounted annual membership rates exclusive to NMA members, staff, and friends ($235 Individual/$360 Family).
• Comprehensive air medical transfer to a member’s home-country hospital of choice - even if the member is in an adequate facility.
• No requirements for critical or life-threatening illness of injury.
• On-demand access to a dedicated 24/7 in-country response network.

For more information: 800-527-7478 + www.medjet.com/NEBMED

Risk Management Programs for You and Your Practice
The Nebraska Medical Association Insurance Group (NMAIG) is your insurance consultant providing a full range of risk management and insurance services supporting the health care industry.

• Risk Management services.
• Insurance programs for Medical Professional Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Workers’ Compensation, and more.
• Employee Benefit programs for Health, Life, Dental, and Disability.
• Personal Insurance options.
• Financial Planning services.

For more information: 800-344-5624 + scott.morris@hakco.com

Transform your leadership skills and grow your talents through a comprehensive
training program specifically designed for the needs and culture of doctors.

• Identify and strengthen 18 creative leadership competencies, and identify and lessen 9 reactive tendencies that limit effectiveness at work and in life.
• The Academy includes “know yourself” assessment surveys, results-driven immersion, training seminars and one-on-one coaching sessions with renowned business coach and leadership expert Pam Hernandez.
• Unique opportunity to gain actionable insight on your strengths and challenges.

For more information: 402-474-4472 + amyr@nebmed.org + www.nebmed.org/resources/physician-leadership-academy

Individual leadership coaching tailored to the needs of healthcare professionals and brought to you by the experts from the Physicians Leadership Academy.
One-on-one coaching is beneficial for:

• High-potential candidates, who are being groomed for leadership positions, can benefit from targeted coaching aimed at leveraging their strengths, filling in any gaps, and helping them learn to scale their leadership.
• Strong performerswho have reached a plateau in their career and are beginning to feel the stress of burnout can benefit from assistance in re-discovering what brought them to the profession.
• Talented individuals whose behavior is disruptive, troublesome and impacting organizational culture can benefit from an intensive intervention aimed at turning around behavior and turning a liability into an asset.

For more information: 402-871-8424 + pam@therightreflection.com + www.therightreflection.com