Policies and Procedures

Policies and procedures provide a strong foundation for your chapter to follow as a part of the HIMSS organization and are imperative to ensuring the success of your chapter.

HIMSS Chapter Governance and Policy Manual

• Additional policies linked from the manual:
  • Chapter request form (collaboration, speaker, financial support)
  • Chapter collaborations policy (Engaging in action/output with an external organization)
  • Conflict of Interest Policy
  • HIMSS Chapters Records Retention Policy
  • HIMSS Business Conduct Guidelines for Healthcare Information and Technology

Individual Chapter Policies 

• HIMSS encourages chapter boards to create and maintain policies and procedures for your chapter. Policies may be implemented through a board vote for approval. Policies may not conflict with any of HIMSS governing documents or policies.
• Utilize the sample chapter policy manual for support in creating your own. 
  • Sample Policy and Procedure Manual Template
  • Appendix
    • 2012 Standardized Chapter Bylaws
    • Affiliate Agreement
    • HIMSS Chapter Policy Manual (linked above)
    • Position and Committee Descriptions
    • Volunteer Incentive Program (VIP)

If you seek any clarification please contact the HIMSS chapters team or chapters@himss.org.