Arrhythmia Interventional Society (AIS) Welcomes Collaboration with Heart Rhythm Society’s New Advocacy Arm to Strengthen the Future of Electrophysiology
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Washington, DC – October 19, 2024 – The Arrhythmia Interventional Society (AIS), a dedicated trade organization advocating for cardiac electrophysiologists (EPs), expresses its strong support for the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) and their recent establishment of Heart Rhythm Advocates, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit advocacy organization. This new entity aims to bolster efforts to influence healthcare policies and reimbursement strategies amidst rising government scrutiny on procedures for atrial fibrillation (AF), which affects over 10.5 million Americans.
With significant cuts in reimbursement for EP procedures and increasing financial pressure on specialists, AIS recognizes the urgency of strong, coordinated advocacy. AIS remains committed to representing electrophysiologists through direct policy influence and member-driven advocacy, ensuring the profession’s sustainability and that EP specialists are supported in delivering quality care.
Dr. Arash Aryana, Vice President of AIS, remarked, "The creation of Heart Rhythm Advocates represents an important development for our field, and we are eager to collaborate to ensure the needs of EPs are well-represented. At AIS, our mission is clear: to stand as a powerful, dedicated voice for the professionals performing these critical procedures."
He emphasized, "The current environment requires unity among EP professionals and advocacy bodies. The AIS was established to tackle the financial and regulatory challenges head-on, advocating for the professional and economic interests of those on the front lines of heart rhythm care."
Dr. Vijay Swarup, AIS's Chief Strategy Officer, highlighted the importance of collaboration, stating, "By working in tandem with HRS and Heart Rhythm Advocates, we can pool resources and advocacy efforts to better address shared challenges."
Together with HRS and Heart Rhythm Advocates, AIS is committed to addressing the pressing challenges in electrophysiology, ensuring the future of cardiac rhythm care remains robust and that patients continue to have access to top-tier specialists.
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