Where is the 2021 ahima convention?

Atlanta Georgia
Future and Past Event Dates

Event Name City State
2022 AHIMA Convention And Exhibit – American Health Information Management Association
2021 AHIMA Convention And Exhibit – American Health Information Management Association
2020 AHIMA Convention And Exhibit – American Health Information Management Association Atlanta Georgia

What time does the AHIMA20 virtual conference start?

The live, weekly virtual sessions take place on Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. CT beginning October 6, 2021.

What is the theme of hip Week 2021?

Health Information Professionals Week – April 18-24, 2021 This year’s theme emphasizes or reminds that as health information professionals we keep health information human, and when health information stays human, it stays relevant. Start your celebration now by ordering official #HIPWeek21 merchandise!

Who is the CEO of ahima?

CEO Wylecia Wiggs Harris
AHIMA CEO Wylecia Wiggs Harris, PhD, CAE, said she is looking forward to working with Lusk and AHIMA’s other new leaders.

Who can join ahima?

Eligibility: You are eligible for AHIMA Global membership if you live outside of the United States. As a member of AHIMA, you are willing to abide by the Code of Ethics and share a common interest in AHIMA’s purpose. Join Now!

What is Patient Access Week?

Established in 1982, Patient Access Week is a celebration of the people in Patient Access profession. Join us in recognizing healthcare access professionals for their continued accomplishments of service in the healthcare access continuum by celebrating Patient Access Week, April 4 – April 10, 2021.

What is a health information professional?

Health Information Management Professionals are the stewards and guardians of patient health information. They represent the patient’s interests in matters of privacy and security, information release, issues and guidelines regarding record access, and general consumer education about personal health records.

Who is AHIMA’s current board president?

Katherine G. Lusk
AHIMA Announces 2021 Board President/Chair, New Board Members | AHIMA. CHICAGO – January 4, 2021 – American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) members elected Katherine G. Lusk, MSHM, RHIA, FAHIMA, as president/chair of the 2021 Board of Directors. Her one-year term begins January 1.

When was AHIMA founded?

1928
American Health Information Management Association/Founded
The organization traces its origin back to 1928 when the American College of Surgeons established the Association of Record Librarians of North America to “elevate the standards of clinical records in hospitals and other medical institutions.”

How much is an AHIMA membership?

The Journal subscription rate is $100 per year. Members may not deduct the subscription price from dues. AHIMA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes, but may be partially deductible as a business expense.

What are the 8 types of AHIMA membership?

Benefits and Dues

  • Student.
  • Professional.
  • Professional – Premier.
  • Professional – Emeritus.
  • Professional – Global.

What hospital week means?

National Hospital Week is an opportunity to highlight our hospitals, health systems and health care workers and the innovative ways they are supporting the needs of their community members, especially during this pandemic.

What is the purpose of the AHIMA Conference?

Being held virtually this year, AHIMA21 is the premier educational, exhibition, and networking event for health information professionals. As advocates and educators in an ever-evolving space, AHIMA’s annual conference is where we come together to recharge and continue leading the evolution of healthcare.

Who is the director of meetings at AHIMA?

Cathy Vijeh, AHIMA’s meetings director, discusses the digital experience coming your way at AHIMA21, which includes timely topics, interactive Q&As, live polls, forums for further discussion and thought, and more. Now in a new phase of the pandemic, this is no time for healthcare professionals to back down from advocacy positions.

Who is the vice president of Policy at AHIMA?

Lauren Riplinger, vice president of policy and government affairs at AHIMA, and Susan Clark, chair of the AHIMA Advocacy and Policy Council, recap the AHIMA Virtual Advocacy Summit.