Why you should join the IPA

Big Island Docs (formerly East Hawaii Independent Physicians Association) is the only membership organization of its kind on Hawai`i Island, serving as a hub for independent private sector physicians and staff. Our organization is sensitive to the needs of our network. Services and programs vary depending on member priorities.

  • The following is a list of key membership benefits:

Annual Dues: $100 per calendar year.

IPA Benefits

All IPA members receive the following benefits:

  • Complimentary invitations to hosted special events (including the IPA’s Annual Meeting).
  • Hosted educational workshops
  • Access to eClinical Works integrated hub with bi-directional interface with Diagnostic Laboratory Services (DLS), Clinical Labs (CLH) & Hawaii Radiologic Associates (HRA).
  • Participation in HMSA’s East Hawaii IPA Health Center HMO.
  • Customized IT technical support
  • Other additional MSO services

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Requirements for Membership

Please have the following available when sending your membership application.

  • Membership Application

      • List your office hours and afterhours coverage plan
      • HMSA provider number + date credentialed
      • Curriculum Vitae
      • Short paragraph of why you would like to join the IPA

  • Licenses accepted: MD, DO, ND, APRN, PA

  • Annual membership fee: $100.00 + Taxes (per calendar year)

  • Fax to (808) 935-4472 or

  • Email Micole Evans at mevans@ehiipa.com