Member Benefits
Membership that delivers measurable impact.
IHCA membership is designed to provide real value across your organization — helping reduce costs, improve efficiency and strengthen operations.
Members benefit from:
- Significant savings on education and training
- Access to tools and resources included with membership
- Reduced administrative burden through expert support
- Timely guidance that helps organizations stay compliant
Support across roles and responsibilities:
ADMINISTRATORS + EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS
Stay informed on regulatory changes, access operational support and connect with peers.
CLINICAL
LEADERS
Strengthen compliance, access training and improve care delivery through quality resources.
OWNERS +
OPERATORS
Gain insight into policy, reimbursement and financial performance while strengthening overall operations.
What IHCA has to offer:
Long-term care doesn’t run on good intentions — it runs on sustainable funding, workable policy and fair oversight.
IHCA works to ensure long-term care providers are informed, supported and represented in discussions that impact care across Iowa.
Members have access to:
- Ongoing engagement with policymakers and state agencies
- Advocacy focused on funding, workforce and regulatory issues
- Timely updates on legislative and policy changes
- Opportunities to participate in grassroots efforts and engagement
458+
IHCA-facilitated member + legislator interactions in 2025
1,600+
Member emails sent via IHCA calls to action in 2025
Members receive exclusive pricing for conferences, workshops, on-demand learning and certification programs.
IN-PERSON +
LARGE EVENTS
70+ events
Offered each year, including IHCA's Convention, Spring Conference, Single Facility Conference + more
6,400+
IHCA education participants in 2025
CERTIFICATION
PROGRAMS
6 programs
Providing practical credentials that support onboarding, compliance + career growth
2,000+
LTC professionals certified through IHCA in 2025
ON-DEMAND
LEARNING
50+ courses
Covering regulatory, clinical, leadership, reimbursement + more
2,300+
On-demand courses completed in 2025
IHCA provides the resources and expertise needed to navigate complex regulatory requirements, maintain compliance and stay survey-ready.
Members have access to:
- 200+ regulatory resources, interpretations, FAQs and templates
- Monthly calls covering critical updates and emerging issues
- Survey trend reports across care settings, including life-safety summaries
- Consultation and clarification on long-term care requirements
- Limited complimentary legal consultation and referrals
- Weekly IHCA e-newsletters with the latest regulatory updates and guidance
- Urgent alerts when something changes fast
The Compliance Store
IHCA skilled nursing facility members receive full access to The Compliance Store — a comprehensive, web-based platform built specifically for long-term care.
Includes:
- 1,000+ customizable tools and templates, ready to implement
- Survey preparation resources and corrective action plan support
- Emergency preparedness and infection prevention tools
- Thousands of searchable state and federal regulations
- 250+ resources reviewed weekly for accuracy and relevance
IHCA supports members in understanding and responding to reimbursement challenges across Medicaid, Medicare and managed care.
Members have access to:
- Direct support and interpretations from IHCA reimbursement experts
- Guidance on reimbursement rules and changes
- Support for billing, claims and documentation issues
- Faster problem-solving backed by IHCA relationships with Iowa’s managed care organizations (MCOs)
- Wage information to help compete for staff
800+
Member-to-MCO interactions in 2025
IHCA hosts monthly calls with Iowa’s managed care organizations so members can get answers and push claims issues forward.
IHCA supports quality improvement efforts with practical tools, education and expert guidance.
Members have access to:
- Clinical and quality consulting support
- Infection prevention and emergency preparedness resources
- LTC Trend Tracker to monitor quality metrics + spot issues early
- Support for quality initiatives and programs
- Weekly e-newsletters targeted toward administrators and nurses
- Monthly Clinical Update Calls for timely issues and trends
Total National Quality Awards earned by IHCA members
360
Bronze
39
Silver
1
Gold
IHCA members are national leaders in the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program, and IHCA provides application guidance and workshops to help members move from intent to recognition.
Through IHCA Provider Solutions, members can access services designed to reduce administrative burden and improve operational performance.
ENROLLMENT SUPPORT
Medicaid application management that keeps admissions and reimbursement moving.
MDS SUPPORT
Expert help to improve accuracy, fill gaps and strengthen reimbursement.
PROVIDER NETWORK
Through Iowa Health Care Quality Partners, members access stronger contracts and value-based opportunities.
GROUP PURCHASING
Discounts on everyday supplies through HPSI Purchasing Services.
ENDORSED PRODUCTS
Trusted vendors offering member-only savings on essential services.
IHCA helps organizations build and sustain a strong workforce through education, advocacy and scholarships.
Members have access to:
- Annual scholarship program for long-term care staff
- Certification and leadership development programs that help staff move into advanced roles
- Free job postings on IHCA’s job board
- Statewide career promotion and workforce outreach
- Legislative advocacy focused on staffing, hiring and workforce flexibility
- Curated state and industry workforce resources
Since 2020, the IHCA Foundation has invested
441 scholarships
and over
$853,000
into Iowa’s long-term care workforce, thanks to generous donors.
IHCA provides opportunities for members to connect, collaborate and share knowledge.
Members have the opportunity to:
- Serve on association boards, cabinets, advisory councils, committees and peer groups
- Attend conferences and statewide events at a discounted rate
- Engage with peers via IHCA Communities, an online discussion board for members