Associations

In addition to providing purchasing partnerships to more than 4,000 clients nationwide, CHAMPS also provides support to several local and state healthcare associations. The following are the CHAMPS Group Purchasing Affiliations:

The Ohio Academy of Nursing Homes (OANH)

Success in today's legislative and regulatory environment requires the effective coordination of the resources provided by all members. The Academy dedicates itself to protecting the business interests of its members. Academy members know they can count on OANH to follow-through on the commitment to consistently provide highly successful programs and activities. To continue aggressively representing the interests of all members, the Academy must have the support of each and every member.

CHAMPS articles for OANH's The Academy Advocate:

"What is a GPO, and How does it Work?" page 28
"Maximize Your Savings. Support OANH." page 22
 

The Advocate Of Not-For-Profit Services For Older Ohioans (AOPHA)

Founded in 1937, AOPHA, the advocate of not-for-profit services for older Ohioans, is a statewide nonprofit trade association representing nearly 300 not-for-profit providers of senior housing (both subsidized and market rate, adult day care, home- and community-based services, assisted living and skilled nursing.

The Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (OAASC)

The OAASC is committed to enhancing the quality of care in ambulatory surgery centers and encouraging high standards of professional conduct in organizations providing ambulatory surgical care. The OAASC is focused on the advancement of the ambulatory surgical center industry through legislative and regulatory advocacy, education, and good information. On a national level, the OAASC works cooperatively with the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association. This cooperation allows OAASC members to add their voices to the efforts directed toward Congress, the administration, and appropriate agencies.