Scholarships
James E. Hofer Scholarship Program
The James E. Hofer Scholarship Program was developed in 2010 to encourage professional development of Greater St. Louis MGMA individual members and group practices. The scholarships are named in honor of long time member James Hofer, whose years of contribution to the organization are remembered long after his passing.
To be eligible for the James E. Hofer ACMPE Certification Scholarship, applicants must meet the criteria outlined below:
- Must be a member in good standing of Greater St. Louis MGMA.
- Must meet the requirements or be working toward National MGMA ACMPE Certification.
- Scholarship Committee members are not eligible. However, employees of their practices are eligible if they meet the other criteria.
The annual scholarship term is for one year, non-renewable and includes:
- One year membership in Greater St. Louis MGMA .
- $5,00 of scholarship reimbursement to be used for all expenses, study materials, and application fees for ACMPE Board Certification.
- All benefits and funds must be expended during the calendar year awarded.
Complete applications must be received by November 15 of the year applied.
Please click here for more information and application.
Congratulations to the 2017 Scholarship Recipient!
Stephanie Stonebraker, SSM Health Medical Group, received the James E. Hofer ACMPE Certification Scholarship.
Congratulations to the 2016 Scholarship Recipient!
Gregory Thompson, Assistant Practice Manager at Clayton Medical Associates, P.C. received the James E. Hofer ACMPE Certification Scholarship.
Congratulations to the 2015 Scholarship Recipient!
Barbara Faupel, Practice Manager at Allergy Consultants, received the James E. Hofer ACMPE Certification Scholarship.
Testimonials
"The James E. Hofer Scholarship has enabled us to send two managers and/or staff to several local healthcare educational forums. This has helped broaden not only their personal knowledge but also their viewpoint and understanding of the issues all practices are facing. The Scholarship has provided the means for them to listen, learn, and participate with peers from the Greater St. Louis area. Our practice is better for this opportunity!"
Leslie P. Pettet, FACMPE
Business Director
Division of Dermatology
Washington University
“With an initial background in non-profit management, I am striving to complete the transition to healthcare management. Becoming board certified will be the most helpful way to make sure I am doing everything for my practice to the best of my ability.”
Barbara Faupel, MA
Practice Manager
Allergy Consultants
"The James E. Hofer Aspiring Leader Scholarship has given me many opportunities that I may not have had otherwise. It has allowed me to attend the local MGMA meetings and network with my peers. It has also allowed me to join MGMA National and apply for the ACMPE certification. This scholarship is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to further their career in the medical field."
Jennifer Campbell, CPC
Business Office Supervisor
Chester Medical Group