Associated Management Systems (AMS) was founded in 1970 by a regional mental health and developmental disability agency with a mission to improve efficiency and accuracy in billing and data management. In 1980, Frank and Linda Pohlgeers acquired the company and expanded its vision. Recognizing that the quality of AMS’s software and services was too valuable to benefit only one agency, they began marketing to providers across multiple states, fueling the company’s growth into the trusted organization it is today.
From the beginning, AMS has operated as an IBM Shop, with all software and services developed in-house specifically for the mental health and developmental disability arena. Each solution is carefully tailored to meet the unique requirements of individual states and providers. With unmatched expertise and decades of experience, AMS has earned the distinction of being the longest-tenured billing agent in several states, a testament to its proven reliability, innovation, and commitment to those it serves.
Dear Friends and Partners,
When I look back over the past 50+ years since AMS was founded, I am filled with pride—not only for the legacy that has been built, but for the impact we’ve made on the Behavioral Health & I/DD community. What began as the billing and data operations for a single regional mental health and developmental disability agency, now serves providers in multiple states, all with software and services that are built in-house and tailored to your needs, your regulations, and your mission. AMS has always believed that quality, integrity, and innovation are not optional—they are the foundation. We developed our entire suite of tools in-house, as a state-of-the-art IBM shop, so that every aspect—from claim reporting, to compliance, to data security—meets the highest standards.
But we didn’t stop there. Over these decades, AMS has helped agencies like yours secure more than $5,000,000,000 in approved claims. That means real funds in your operations, real stability for programs you run, and real capacity to serve more individuals with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health. We understand that every denied claim, every delayed payment, every overlooked compliance requirement steals time and resources from the care and support your teams provide. That’s why our goal is simple: to remove that burden, to streamline your revenue cycle, and to deliver peace of mind—so you can focus on what truly matters: the people you serve.
To our Customers—current, past, and future—Thank you for the trust you place in us. We are committed to continuing our legacy of excellence and precision, and to partnering with you every step of the way—because your mission is our mission.
Warm regards,
Greg Pohlgeers
President of AMS
