HIM Resources

Resources for Health Information Management Technicians

 

American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

AHIMA is the premier association of health information management (HIM) professionals worldwide. Serving 52 affiliated component state associations and more than 103,000 health information professionals, it is recognized as the leading source of "HIM knowledge," a respected authority for rigorous professional education and training. 

Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)

The Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM) is an AHIMA commission dedicated to assuring the competency of professionals practicing HIIM. CCHIIM serves the public by establishing, implementing, and enforcing standards and procedures for certification and recertification of HIIM professionals. CCHIIM provides strategic oversight of all AHIMA certification programs. This standing commission of AHIMA is empowered with the sole and independent authority in all matters pertaining to both the initial certification and ongoing recertification (certification maintenance) of HIIM professionals. 

Houston Area Health Information Management Association

The Houston Area Health Information Management Association (HAHIMA) is a resource for local HIM Professionals to obtain information.

Texas Health Information Management Association (TxHIMA)

The Texas Health Information Management Association (TxHIMA) is a component state association of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). TxHIMA advances health information management through professional development, recognition and member engagement.

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