Tennessee Medical Association

What Tennessee Medical Association does

The Tennessee Medical Association (TMA) is a nonprofit professional medical association founded in 1835 and headquartered at 701 Bradford Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee. It represents more than 10,000 Tennessee physicians and physicians-in-training, including 1,800+ residents, organized across five primary segments: practicing physicians, residents/fellows, medical students, young physicians, and component medical societies. TMA's mandate is to advocate for laws, rules, and regulations that promote healthcare safety and quality and to improve the non-clinical aspects of medical practice, including payer accountability, scope-of-practice protection, reimbursement disputes, prior authorization, physician wellness, and workforce retention.

The core product is the Info Hub member portal, accessible via web and the MemberPlus iOS/Android app, which gates legal consultation, insurance advocacy, member directory, publications archive, event registration, and forums behind member authentication. Adjacent programming includes the Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership (Lab and Immersion tracks, funded through the TFQPH 501(c)(3)), CME offerings (Opioid Education, MATE Act, Medical Death Certification, Judgment Index), the Resident Job Board, and the TMA Political Action Committee. Two 501(c)(3) affiliates — Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH) and Tennessee Medical Education Fund (TMEF) — manage grant-funded initiatives and scholarships ($6M+ disbursed over 50+ years).

Revenue is generated through three streams: recurring annual membership dues (primary), educational program and event fees (CME courses, Annual Meeting, Day on the Hill), and corporate sponsorships from SVMIC, Hub International, Medquity, TMF, Haslam College of Business, TPQVO, and others. Distribution is exclusively member-only via the portal and app; acquisition is community-led through local component medical societies, specialty sections, referral, and grassroots advocacy events. Notable 2024-2026 milestones include a $1.5M Opioid Abatement Council grant (March 2024), the launch of the Know More/No More opioid education program (October 2025), and legislative wins including SB1753/HB1770 (April 2026) and the Dr. Benjamin Mauck Act (February 2024).

Name

Tennessee Medical Association

Legal name

Tennessee Medical Association

Website

https://tnmed.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1835

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

The Tennessee Medical Association is a nonprofit professional medical association founded in 1835 representing more than 10,000 Tennessee physicians and physicians-in-training through legislative advocacy, continuing medical education, leadership development, and member services delivered via the Info Hub portal and MemberPlus app.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Professional Association / Healthcare Advocacy

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Patient Advocacy, Navigation & Access to Care (BPAGACAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Healthcare & Clinical Professional Development (CME/CE) (EDAGANAJ), Medical & Health Sciences Congresses (THAHAJAA), Healthcare Clinical Professions (CME/CE for Nurses, Allied Health, Pharmacy) (EDAAALAC)

Keywords

• Physician advocacy services
• Medical professional membership
• Continuing medical education
• Legislative healthcare lobbying
• Physician wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from physicians, residents, medical students, and alliance members. Primary revenue stream for the nonprofit professional organization.
2. Educational Programs: CME courses, leadership training (Ingram Institute), opioid education programs, and specialty certifications. Revenue from continuing medical education offerings.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors including Hub International, SVMIC, Medquity, and others support association activities and receive visibility to physician membership.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Tennessee Medical Association is a nonprofit professional advocacy organization that represents more than 10,000 Tennessee physicians and physicians-in-training. It sells annual membership subscriptions that bundle legislative advocacy, free legal consultation on regulatory and practice management questions, insurance-related advocacy (reimbursement disputes, claims, network contracting), continuing medical education (CME), the Resident Job Board, physician wellness resources, leadership training through the Ingram Institute, and publications such as the Topline quarterly newsletter and the Legislative Report Card.

Product overview

The Tennessee Medical Association (TMA) is a nonprofit professional organization representing Tennessee physicians, offering a unified advocacy platform combined with member services. TMA's core product is the Info Hub member portal providing access to all member resources including legal consultation, insurance advocacy, CME programs, and the resident job board. The organization operates through its 501(c)(3) Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH) for grant-funded initiatives like the Know More/No More opioid education program and Ingram Institute for physician leadership training. Key member benefits include free legal consultation, advocacy services, continuing medical education (including opioid education, death certification, and MATE Act courses), leadership development programs, the Resident Job Board, physician wellness resources, and discounts on business services. TMA also produces publications (Topline newsletter, Annual Report, Legislative Report Card) and organizes advocacy events including Doctors' Day on the Hill and the Annual Meeting/House of Delegates.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TFQPH: Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare - 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on healthcare quality initiatives and opioid education
• TMEF
• Tennessee Medical Education Fund Inc.
• Know More/No More
• Topline
• Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership
• TMA Annual Report
• TMA Legislative Report Card
• TMA PAC
• Info Hub

Products and services

• Info Hub Member Portal TMA's member-only portal providing access to account management, membership directory, legal guides, publication archives, event resources, forums, and online courses. Accessible via web and the MemberPlus mobile app.
• MemberPlus Mobile App Mobile application for iOS and Android enabling TMA members to manage their accounts, register for events, access forums, committees, and members-only resources, and receive push notifications on the go.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) Programs Online and in-person continuing medical education programs including the Opioid Education Know More/No More course, MATE Act education course, Medical Death Certification Course, and Judgment Index offering for physician wellness and professional development.
• Know More/No More Opioid Education Program Comprehensive statewide initiative providing free prescriber education on evidence-based opioid prescribing practices and responsible prescribing protocols, coupled with community outreach to expand public awareness. Funded by Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council grant.
• Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership Professional development program offering Tennessee physicians opportunities to develop leadership skills through two programs: Leadership Lab (course project-based) and Leadership Immersion (foundational training). Funded through TFQPH 501(c)(3) organization and supported by the Physicians Foundation.
• Resident Job Board / Resident Matching Program Members-only job board helping connect newly licensed physicians to available jobs in Tennessee. Features interactive job board, contract negotiation services, and coordination between employers and candidates with goal of retaining Tennessee-trained physicians to practice in Tennessee.
• Legal Consultation Services Free legal consultation for TMA members on state regulatory or practice management questions, including insurance-related issues, reimbursement disputes, claims issues, and health plan network contracting.
• Health Insurance Advocacy Services TMA advocates for physicians on insurance-related issues including reimbursement disputes, claims issues, administrative hassles, health plan network contracting, and developing effective contacts with health plans.
• Physician Wellness Resources Resource center connecting physicians with available programs and services to combat burnout and prevent mental health crises, including the Tennessee Medical Foundation, regional wellness programs, and 988 lifeline promotion.
• Tennessee Medical Education Fund (TMEF) Scholarships Independent 501(c)(3) corporation created by TMA in 1963 providing need-based scholarships of $2,000 to $10,000 per year to medical students in Tennessee schools, residents, and physicians. Has provided over $6 million in financial assistance over 50+ years.
• Doctors' Day on the Hill Annual policy briefing and lobby day in Nashville connecting physicians directly with state lawmakers to advocate for patients and discuss issues affecting the medical profession. Free for TMA members.
• Annual Meeting and House of Delegates Annual governance event where physicians from across Tennessee gather to present and debate policies affecting medicine practice and patient care delivery. Delegates discuss resolutions directing TMA's governance and legislative policy.
• Medical Death Certification Course Training course helping physicians understand best practices in death certification including cause and manner of death documentation. 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits offered through joint providership with Tennessee Department of Health.
• TMA PAC (Political Action Committee) TMA's Political Action Committee supporting election of pro-medicine candidates to continue fighting for physicians at the state legislative level.
• Products & Services Discounts Discounted business and personal products and services offered to TMA members through corporate partnerships including SVMIC malpractice insurance, A-S Medication Solutions for in-clinic dispensing, Haslam College of Business Physician Executive MBA, and Mutual of America retirement plans.
• Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH) TMA's 501(c)(3) organization leading initiatives including the Know More/No More opioid education program and Ingram Institute for Physician Leadership, funded through grants and private/corporate sponsorship.
• TMA Publications (Topline, Annual Report, Legislative Report Card, E-Newsletter) Regular TMA publications including the Topline quarterly newsletter mailed to members, the Annual Report published each December, the Legislative Report Card published after the Tennessee General Assembly session, and the bi-weekly E-Newsletter.

Quantifiable outcome

• Secured SB1753/HB1770 - strengthens accountability between payers and physicians for medical necessity determinations
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Hub InternationalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor offering VIU by HUB insurance products and services to TMA members. Displayed as corporate sponsor on TMA website with logo placement.
• State Volunteer Mutual Insurance Company (SVMIC)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPrimary malpractice insurance partner for TMA members. Provides discounted insurance products and is a longstanding corporate sponsor with dedicated Tennessee presence.
• MedquityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing physician-focused services to TMA membership. Logo displayed on website as sponsor.
• TMF (Tennessee Medical Foundation)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPhysician health program offering confidential support to healthcare professionals dealing with potentially impairing health conditions. TMA promotes TMF resources for physician wellness.
• Haslam College of Business at University of Tennessee KnoxvilleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner offering Physician Executive MBA program to TMA members. Provides business education for physicians seeking leadership roles.
• ResolvecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerContract review partner providing physicians with compensation data and contract negotiation services. TMA members receive 10% discount on Resolve services.
• Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTMA's 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to medical students, supports leadership training through the Ingram Institute, and manages the $1.5M Opioid Abatement grant for prescriber education.
• Tennessee Medical Education Fund (TMEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent nonprofit 501(c)(3) created by TMA in 1963 to provide scholarships to medical students in Tennessee. Has provided over $6 million in financial assistance over 50+ years.
• Ingram Institute for Physician LeadershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeadership development program offering Lab and Immersion tracks for Tennessee physicians. Funded through TFQPH and supported by the Physicians Foundation. Equips physicians with leadership skills for practice, community, and profession.
• American Medical AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational medical association partnership for advocacy coordination. TMA leadership attends AMA National Advocacy Conference and coordinates on federal Medicare payment issues.
• Memphis Medical SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner medical society for statewide advocacy coordination. Collaborated on Dr. Benjamin Mauck Act for physician workplace safety.
• Tennessee Alliance for Medical SocietiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTMA coordinates advocacy efforts with specialty societies across Tennessee including Tennessee Orthopaedic Society and Tennessee Psychiatric Association.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Tennessee Hospital Association: State-level association representing Tennessee hospitals and health systems. Tennessee Medical Association represents physicians while THA represents institutions; both operate in Tennessee healthcare policy and complement each other in advocacy.

Direct peers

• Medical Association of Georgia: Statewide nonprofit professional association for Georgia physicians offering advocacy, education, and practice support. Closely comparable to TMA in scope, regional scale, and member services mix.
• California Medical Association: Statewide professional association for California physicians offering legislative advocacy, legal resources and CME. Comparable to Tennessee Medical Association in mission, structure, and dues-based nonprofit professional association model.
• Florida Medical Association: State-level professional medical society representing Florida physicians with advocacy, CME and member services. Operates the same physician-membership and state-government advocacy model as Tennessee Medical Association.
• Pennsylvania Medical Society: Statewide professional medical society for Pennsylvania physicians with advocacy, CME and practice resources. Operates the same member-dues, advocacy-and-CME model as Tennessee Medical Association.
• North Carolina Medical Society: North Carolina's statewide physician membership organization offering legislative advocacy, member benefits and continuing education. Directly comparable in mission, scale and operating model to TMA.
• Texas Medical Association: One of the largest U.S. state medical associations, providing advocacy, CME, and member services to Texas physicians. TMA shares the same state-level advocacy, CME and membership model as Tennessee Medical Association, making it a directly comparable peer.
• Medical Society of Virginia: Virginia's statewide physician professional association providing advocacy, practice management support and CME. Directly comparable state-medical-association peer with overlapping product set.

Broad incumbents

• American Medical Association: National umbrella professional association for physicians. TMA coordinates federal advocacy with the AMA and mirrors its membership, CME and advocacy model at the national level, making it the most direct structural peer despite operating across states.

Others

• Tennessee Medical Foundation: Tennessee's physician health program providing confidential support for impaired health professionals. TMA lists TMF as a core partner for physician wellness, making it a closely adjacent ecosystem peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TnmedOrg
• Facebookfacebook.com/TNMed
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tnmed
• Instagraminstagram.com/tnmed
• Xx.com/tnmed

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries3 records

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