Becoming a Member of the Heart Rhythm Society
Online Membership Services
Your Membership Benefits
Billing/Dues
Becoming a Member of the Heart Rhythm Society
Q: How do I become a member of the Heart Rhythm Society?
A: Membership applications require:
- Completed online application or downloaded PDF application
- Pre-payment of dues or Fellowship Confirmation Form (Affiliate members only*) and
- A copy of your Curriculum vitae/résumé/biosketch
Applications can be submitted via:
- E-mail to membership@HRSonline.org
- Fax to (202) 464-3401
- Mail to: Membership Department, 1400 K Street, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005
*If you are applying for complimentary Affiliate membership,in lieu of payment, you may submit a Fellowship Confirmation Form with the rest of your application confirming your enrollment in an electrophysiology or cardiology related training program.
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Q: How long does it take to become a member of the Heart Rhythm Society?
A: From the date your completed application is received, please allow at least ten (10) business days for application processing.
If you are interested in receiving discounts on Society events and/or products, we recommend that you submit your application at least three (3) weeks before you plan to make your purchase. The Society will not refund the difference between the member and non-member rate if you become a member after you register for an event and/or purchase a product at the non-member rate.
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Q: How can I become eligible for discounts on products and courses?
A: Only members in good standing are eligible for member discounts. If you are registering for a Heart Rhythm Society event (i.e., conference, course, webcast, etc.) or purchasing Society products (i.e., Coding Guide for Heart Rhythm Procedures and Services, AF or SCA 360° materials, IBHRE Online Self-Assessment Programs and Patient and Public Information materials), your dues must be paid in full at the time of purchase to receive the discount. The Society will not refund the difference between the member and non-member rate to individuals who did not meet the aforementioned criteria at the time of registration or purchase.
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Q: Who is eligible for Heart Rhythm Society Membership?
A: Every heart rhythm professional (e.g., post-doctoral fellow-in-training, physician, physician’s assistant, scientist, nurse, technicians, therapists, etc.) working in the field of cardiac electrophysiology and/or pacing, provided that the majority of their time is not devoted to marketing and/or sales, is eligible for Society membership.
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Q: Does the Society offer group or multi-year membership options?
A: At this time, the Society does not have an option for group membership. Members are allowed to pre-pay dues up to two years in advance, thereby locking-in the dues rate at the time of payment. Pre-payment of dues is non-refundable; please contact the Membership Department for details.
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Q: What are the different types and categories of membership in the Heart Rhythm Society?
A: The Society has four membership types, for which both U.S. and international heart rhythm professionals are eligible:
- Members
Heart rhythm professionals (e.g., physicians, scientists, nurses, technicians, etc.) whose careers demonstrate a commitment to cardiac electrophysiology and/or pacing. Individuals who work for industry are not eligible for this category. Learn more »
- Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS) Members
Longtime members who have realized significant professional achievement, provided exceptional service and are prominent in the field of cardiac arrhythmia and treatment. Learn more »
- Affiliate Members
Post-doctoral fellows-in-training with a MD, DO, or Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent) who are currently enrolled in an electrophysiology, cardiology or related training program may be eligible for complimentary membership in the Society. Learn more »
- Industry Members
Professionals employed by industry who are directly involved in education, research, engineering, provided that the majority of their time is not devoted to marketing and/or sales. Learn more »
Within these types there are up to four different categories of classification:
- Physicians
Individuals with a MD, DO, or Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent) who have completed training and an interest in pacing and/or cardiac electrophysiology.
- Scientists
Individuals with a Ph.D. or Eng ScD degree (or its equivalent) who have completed training, have an interest in pacing and/or cardiac electrophysiology and hold a faculty position in an academic institution or its equivalent .
- Allied Health Professional
Professional healthcare providers (e.g., physician assistants, nurses, medical assistants, technicians, therapists, etc.) who are actively involved in the technical aspects of pacemakers/ICDs or the performance of electrophysiological techniques. Individuals must be affiliated with an academic institution/clinical practice setting or equivalent.
- Emeritus
Reserved for individuals who have been Heart Rhythm Society members for 15 or more years (at least five of which were successive), have reached the age of 65 and have fully retired from active practice. The dues for this membership category are $100 per year. If you meet these requirements and would like to request a change in your membership status, send a written request to membership@HRSonline.org.
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Q: How do I become a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS)?
A: Please visit our FHRS page to review the FHRS application criteria and download the application.
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Q: How do I extend my Affiliate membership and what happens when my fellowship is over?
A: Affiliate membership in the Society is complimentary for fellows-in-training and concludes immediately following completion of fellowship training or after a maximum of three years, whichever comes first. Upon conclusion of your fellowship, the Society will automatically convert your membership to the applicable paid membership category — you will receive an invoice and must then pay dues to remain a member. Failure to pay dues within 90 days will result in suspension of membership benefits.
Fellows who extend training or end one training program and then begin another may be eligible to maintain their Affiliate status but are responsible for keeping the Society informed of their enrollment in a new or extended training. To do so, please complete and return a Fellowship Confirmation Form. Learn more about Affiliate membership »
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Online Membership Services
Q: What is my member number?
A: Your six-digit member number can be found on most correspondence from the Society (welcome letter, invoices, mailing label on journal, etc.) and is sometimes referred to as your customer ID. Please note that the Society no longer uses four-digit certificate numbers. If you are unable to find your member ID, please contact the Membership Department.
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Q: Where can I find my login and password?
A: Details about your login and password are included in all new member welcome letters and e-mails. If you no longer have that correspondence, please click the link that says, “Login Help/Forgot Password,” in the upper right portion of your screen and then follow the instructions under the heading, “Forgot Your Login/Password,” to reset your password and view your login name. If unsuccessful, please contact the Membership Department.
Please note that only members in good standing can access the members-only section of the Society Web site. Once your membership has expired, you may access the members-only section for dues payment purposes for 90 days.
Non-members seeking access to courses or products should look for staff contact information on the page that they are trying to log into in order to receive help.
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Q: Can I use my members-only login to access the journals online?
A: Yes. Log in to www.HRSonline.org and then click the link for 'My HRS' under your name in the upper right of the screen. Next, click the link which says 'View the full contents of HeartRhythm Journal' to be redirected to the journal website at www.HeartRhythmJournal.com.
If you skip the steps above and visit www.HeartRhythmJournal.com directly, you must verify your subscription and create a login to use that site (please refer below to find out how to access the journal online). However, you are welcome to duplicate your members-only section login when you create the journal login.
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Q: How do I access HeartRhythm Journal online?
A: There are two ways for members to access the HeartRhythm Journal. Non-member subscribers should visit www.HeartRhythmJournal.com.
Via www.HRSonline.org:
1) Log in to www.HRSonline.org.
2) Click 'My HRS' under your name in the upper right of the screen.
3) Click the link which says 'HeartRhythm Journal' to be redirected to the journal website at www.HeartRhythmJournal.com.
Via www.HeartRhythmJournal.com:
Note: All questions about the HeartRhythmJournal and its website should be referred to Elsevier Publishing at (800) 654-2452 or JournalsCustomerService-USA@elsevier.com.
1) Visit www.HeartRhythmJournal.com.
2) If you have previously accessed HeartRhythm Journal online, simply log in using the fields in the upper right-hand corner or click Reminder to send yourself a password reminder.
3) If you have never accessed HeartRhythm Journal online, click 'Register' in the top right-hand corner.
4) Enter your e-mail address and click 'Continue.'
5) Fill in the requested information and click 'Register.'
6) Click the link to 'Claim Online Access to full text articles' a the bottom of the page.
7) Select the option which says: 'I receive my subscription through a society membership' and then select 'Heart Rhythm Society'
8) Enter your Member ID number and last name and click 'Claim.'
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Q: How do I view/update my profile (e.g., phone, fax and mobile number, address, areas of specialty, etc.)?
A: Please log in and then click the 'Review My Profile' link in the upper right of the screen, underneath your name.
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Your Membership Benefits
Q: What are the benefits of membership in the Society?
A: Please visit our member benefits page for a full list.
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Q: How long before I receive my member benefits?
A: All member benefits begin immediately upon approval. Once approved, you will receive a welcome e-mail notifying you that your benefits active and explaining when you can expect to receive the HeartRhythm Journal. Please note that the HeartRhythm Journal is shipped once per month so, depending upon your start date, you may have to wait several weeks to receive a hardcopy of the journal. Online access via the Society's website takes approximately one business day but access via www.heartrhythmjournal.com may take up to six weeks.
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Q: Why are the letters CCDS and/or CEPS after my name?
A: These designations stand for Certified Cardiac Device Specialist and Certified EP Specialist, respectively, and are conferred upon successful completion of the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) Exams.
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Billing/Dues
Q: What is the annual cost for Heart Rhythm Society membership?
A: Dues fees vary according to your Society member type.
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Member Type
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U.S. Annual
Dues
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International
Annual Dues
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Physician
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$530
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$405
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Scientist
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$245
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$185
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Allied Professional
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$185
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$125
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Affiliate (physicians and scientists in training)
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Comp
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Comp
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Industry Physician
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$530
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$530
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Industry Scientist
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$520
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$520
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Industry Allied Professional
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$500
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$500
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| Emeritus |
$100 |
$100 |
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Q: When will I be asked to renew my Heart Rhythm Society membership?
A: Heart Rhythm Society members are invoiced annually based on their date of acceptance.
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Q: What happens if I allow my membership to expire?
A: Once a membership has expired, the Society allows a sixty day grace period for the member to pay dues. After the grace period, benefits are suspended and the membership is canceled if there is still a balance on the account. Former members are allowed to reinstate membership for up to twelve months after membership cancellation. After that, one must reapply.
Note: Once a membership has expired and is canceled, former members who reinstate/reapply will not have the same 'Join Date' as before. After cancellation, one must begin a second membership term. Members are not permitted to retroactively pay for membership in order to maintain a former 'Join Date.'
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Q: How may I rejoin once my membership has lapsed?
A: If your membership was canceled within the last twelve months, you may be eligible for membership reinstatement. To request reinstatement, please e-mail membership@HRSonline.org.
Note: Once a membership has expired and is canceled, former members who reinstate/reapply will not have the same 'Join Date' as before. After cancellation, one must begin a second membership term. Members are not permitted to retroactively pay for membership in order to maintain a former 'Join Date.'
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Q: What are some of the different payment options?
A: Heart Rhythm Society members are invoiced annually based on their date of acceptance, and may renew their membership by the following methods:
- Online — Follow the instructions below
- By phone — call the Member Services Hotline: (202) 464-9855
- By fax — (202) 464-3401
- By mail — Heart Rhythm Society | 1400 K. St, NW, Ste 500 | Washington, DC | 20005
If you need to make a payment by wire transfer, please contact the Membership Department.
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Q: How can I pay my dues online?
A: To complete the steps below, you will need your login information and a valid credit card. If you have previously reset your username and password, please use that information instead of the login you were originally assigned. If you do not have your login/password, please visit Login Help/Forgot Password to obtain them.
Please note: In order to pay your membership dues, you must have already received an invoice and have a balance on your account. If your dues are in good standing, the Society's bill pay feature will not offer you an option for viewing your invoice or paying your dues online.
Step 1
Visit www.HRSonline.org and enter your member login and password using the Login panel on the upper right side of the Society’s website. If you do not know your login information please visit our Login Help/Forgot Password page and follow the instructions to view your login and/or reset your password.
Step 2
Upon successfully logging into the Member site, you will see your name appear in the upper right corner of your screen. To pay your Society membership dues, first click on the Pay Your Dues hyperlink, which is located just under your name on the login panel. This will direct you to a secure payment page.
Step 3
After clicking the Pay your Dues hyperlink, you should now see a report showing your Dues Total. Verify that the amount is as you expected and then click the gray “Add to Basket” button at the bottom of the form.
Step 4
Please fill out the resulting secure payment form with your credit card information. (Note that U.S. addresses do NOT need to select a country.) When you are finished filling out the form, click the “Check Out” button once [see illustration below].
Step 5
If the transaction was successful, you will see this message, “Transaction Complete. Please check your e-mail for a confirmation notice.” If you do not see this message, please contact the Society’s Membership Hotline at (202) 464-9855 or membership@hrsonline.org.
Please check your e-mail to further confirm the transaction and to review your receipt.
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Q: What is the Society’s refund policy?
A: The Heart Rhythm Society does not allow either full or partial refunds of membership dues.
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Q: Does the Society charge an application processing fee?
A: Most applicants do not incur application processing fees. However, the Society charges a $75 application fee for partial applications that are not completed within 60 days. Applicants who submit incomplete applications (missing application form, payment, fellowship letter or CV/resume) are e-mailed immediately upon receipt of the application, at 30 days and at 60 days with notification of the applications incomplete status. After 60 days, the application is closed and a $75 fee assessed.
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Q: Why was my credit card charged, check deposited, etc., before I received word of my application status?
A: The Society’s application process requires that dues are prepaid before the application is submitted for approval. Therefore, there is a short lag time (usually no more than five business days) between when a payment is processed and notice of approval/denial.
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Q: What happens to my prepayment if my membership is declined?
A: When a membership application is declined, the applicant is notified via e-mail. A full refund is issued but usually takes approximately two business days to post to your bank/credit card account.
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