Chapter 1 - Health Information Management Profession

Question 1

Hospital Standardization Program

Answer 1

a standardization movement started in 1918 by the American College of Surgeons (ACS); it succeeded in making it legally necessary for hospitals to have a standardized way of keep health records; it also created the job of health information clerk

Question 2

history of the names of AHIMA

Answer 2

1928 - Association of Record Librarians of North America (ARLNA); 1938 - American Association of Medical Record Librarians (AAMRL); 1970 - American Medical Record Association (AMRA); 1991 - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Question 3

CCHIIM

Answer 3

acronym for: Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management; they are an AHIMA commission that is dedicated to assuring the competency of professionals practicing health information management; they are empowered with the responsibility and authority related to certification and recertification of health information management professionals

Question 4

credential

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a formal agreement granting an individual permission to practice in a profession, usually conferred by a national professional organization dedicated to a specific area of healthcare practice

Question 5

certification

Answer 5

a credential earned by demonstrating specific skills or knowledge usually tied to an occupation, technology, or industry. Certifications are usually offered by a professional organization or a company that specializes in a particular field or technology

Question 6

cancer registrar

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a highly trained data management expert who collects and processes cancer data

Question 7

health informatics

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the integration of healthcare sciences, computer science, information science, and cognitive science to assist in the management of healthcare information

Question 8

data analytics

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the science of examining raw data with the purpose of drawing conclusions about that information

Question 9

informatics

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a field of study that focuses on the use of technology to improve access to, and utilization of, information; it uses software applications, databases, managing processes, and more

Question 10

data use

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the ability to use technology to collect, store, analyze, and manage information, including the ability to use data visualization methods

Question 11

company mission

Answer 11

an explanation of what the organization is and what it does (i.e. it describes the organization’s distinctive purpose)

Question 12

company vision

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a futuristic view of where the organization is going

Question 13

code of ethics

Answer 13

a statement of ethical principles regarding business practices and professional behavior

Question 14

AHIMA code of ethics (summary)

Answer 14

AHIMA requires that all members act in an ethical manner and comply with all laws, regulations, and standards governing the practice of HIM

Question 15

active membership (AHIMA)

Answer 15

an AHIMA membership that entitles one to all membership privileges including the right to vote and to serve in the House of Delegates

Question 16

premier membership (AHIMA)

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provides all the benefits described in active membership plus additional benefits such as unlimited recertification and ­additional discounts

Question 17

student membership (AHIMA)

Answer 17

membership that includes any student who does not have an AHIMA credential, has not previously been an active member of AHIMA, and who is formally enrolled in an approved program. Student members can serve on committees and subcommittees in designated student positions with a voice, but they do not have a vote.

Question 18

new graduate membership (AHIMA)

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for student members who are recent graduates of accredited associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs as well as AHIMA-approved coding programs. This membership level allows the students to continue their membership at a reduced rate for one year. This membership level has all membership rights including voting.

Question 19

emeritus membership (AHIMA)

Answer 19

membership that allows AHIMA members who are 65 years or older to be a member at a reduced rate. This membership level has all membership rights including the right to vote.

Question 20

global membership (AHIMA)

Answer 20

membership for people who are interested in HIM but live outside of the United States

Question 21

group membership (AHIMA)

Answer 21

membership that allows multiple individuals from an organization to join at one time. Student and business groups are eligible for this membership type.

Question 22

New to AHIMA membership (AHIMA)

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membership that offers those who have never been a member of AHIMA a discounted rate for two years. This membership receives the same benefits as the active membership

Question 23

Engage

Answer 23

a community website managed by ­AHIMA for members to communicate on HIM topics

Question 24

AHIMA structure

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AHIMA is made up of two groups: a volunteer group that sets policies and goals and a staff group that carries out the day to day operations

Question 25

House of Delegates

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a branch of AHIMA, subordinate to the Board of Directors, that has an annual conference and which discusses issues and changes that need to be made; made up of representatives from the CSAs

Question 26

two branches of the House of Delegates

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the two branches are House Leadership and Envisioning Collaborative

Question 27

House Leadership

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ensures effective House operations through strategy and management

Question 28

Envisioning Collaborative

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a think tank composed of delegates, subject matter experts, and industry leaders. Their role is to bring forward an exchange of viewpoints, innovation, and ideas.

Question 29

CSA

Answer 29

acronym for component state association; these are the local state chapters of AHIMA; they provide their members with professional education, networking, and representation

Question 30

CEE

Answer 30

acronym for Council for Excellence in Education (CEE); it is an AHIMA-created organization created to enhance the health information profession, plan for its future through education, and provide health information professionals with a way to get involved in the process

Question 31

commission

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(AHIMA-related clarification) a group of people officially charged with a particular function

Question 32

AHIMA Career Map

Answer 32

a resource that shows job titles and possible future career paths from a particular job title

Question 33

AHIMA Foundation

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an AHIMA-created organization that provides apprenticeships and scholarships

Question 34

HIMSS

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acronym for Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society; an American not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving health care in quality, safety, cost-effectiveness and access through the best use of information technology; they also offer certifications

Question 35

AHDI

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acronym for: Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity; a professional organization dedicated to documentation and the capture of health data

Question 36

AAPC

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acronym for: American Academy of Professional Coders; an organization that certifies medical coders; they appear to be AHIMA’s competition

Question 37

NCRA

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acronym for: National Cancer Registrars Association; they are the organization that represents and certifies cancer registrars

Question 38

CAHIIM

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acronym for: Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education; they are the accrediting organization for degree-granting programs in health informatics and health information management

Question 39

CCHIIM vs CAHIIM

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they are both commissions created by AHIMA; CCHIM deals with certification while CAHIIM deals with academic degree programs

Question 40

utilization review

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the process of reviewing an episode of care. The review confirms that the insurance company will provide appropriate financial coverage for medical services; also called utilization management (UM)

Question 41

company values

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a descriptive list of the organization’s fundamental principles or beliefs