What does HSSC mean in HEALTHCARE

Health Sciences South Carolina (HSSC) is a non-profit partnership of the health sciences academic and research institutions in South Carolina. HSSC seeks to optimize the development and delivery of health care through collaborative efforts in education, research, clinical practice, health policy and population health.

HSSC facilitates programs for multi-organizational collaborations between its members for areas such as analytics, informatics, telehealth, interoperability and workforce development. HSSC funds annual awards to member organizations to encourage sharing of resources, faculty and staff expertise. It also supports pilot research projects relevant to healthcare quality and patient outcomes.

Some recent initiatives include launching the South Carolina Clinical Data Research Network (SCCDRN), leading a statewide effort toward electronic medical record adoption across healthcare providers, developing best practices for telemedicine usage, improving care quality in rural communities, conducting educational youth programs related to mental health awareness and building a framework model of healthcare outcome measures.

All public or private universities in South Carolina that have health sciences schools are eligible to become members. Any organization affiliated with an academic institution or providing direct patient care can apply for associate membership. Additionally, businesses that align with the mission of HSSC may also be considered for associate membership status.

Yes, there is an application fee associated with becoming a new member of HSSC depending on the type of membership level desired by the organization applying. The fees vary from $200 - $1000 depending on the type of membership desired.

No, it is up to each individual organization to notify HSSC when their current membership expires so that their renewal process can begin 30 days prior to expiration date. If the renewal paperwork and payment are not received within this time frame then the organization'"s membership will lapse until they submit a new application form along with payment.

No, each organization must submit their own separate application form along with the required payment if they wish to join Health Sciences South Carolina as members individually or jointly as part of an umbrella group or consortium formed by other organizations seeking collective representation by joining forces under one single agreement document signed by all members participating in that particular association model chosen among them through consensus reached within their ranks consisting only of those willing partners included in that specific arrangement created by them.

Yes! Membership provides access to specialized training forums; reduced registration costs; discounts on certain approved services; priority review on grant applications; access to community forums; networking opportunities with other healthcare professionals; access to market insights related topics; eligibility for selected scholarships & awards programs; access to job openings shared among our partner entities; ability showcase innovative products/solutions at our Annual Innovations Expo & much more!