Educators are the key to a strong workforce. Now, more than ever, workforce demands are increasing awareness of the HIM profession. Join more than 400 faculty and staff members from across the nation for the 2014 Assembly on Education Symposium/Faculty Development Institute (AOE/FDI) as they discuss the changing world of health information. AOE/FDI is the premier conference for health information educators and the primary forum for leadership in health information management (HIM) education. The 2014 FDI and AOE Symposium will be held in Chicago, Illinois, July 26 – 30. All full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty are encouraged to attend.

Location: Chicago, IL

The workshop is an extensive 2 day face to face meeting designed to prepare the healthcare professional to sit for the CHDA Examination. Through in-class, in-depth examples and exercises, you will review the three domains covered in the exam, Data Management, Data Analytics and Data Reporting.

Location: Chicago, IL

An ideal session for those who need coding practice using the ICD-10 systems, attendees will hear real scenarios experienced by the speaker, and the lessons that were gained. The speaker will discuss where the necessary documentation is located within the medical record, and introduce the “mental gymnastics” of building codes in ICD-10-PCS and strategies to apply when building procedure codes.

Review select root operations within the Administration and Imaging Sections of ICD-10-PCS, and be exposed to a variety of obstacles the medical record presents when building these procedure codes. The program is designed to give the learner a mental workout by comparing the documentation against the root operation definitions, anatomy and physiology, internet research, and more to finally arrive at the appropriate answer.

Location: Online

Do you lack experience in the ICD-10-PCS coding system? This session presents real scenarios and offers solid demonstrations of where the necessary documentation is located within the medical record to accurately code these root operations. After extensive hands on ICD-10 coding, the session speaker developed the skills necessary to perform the “mental gymnastics” of building codes in ICD-10-PCS. Attendees will gain insight into this unique strategy for building these procedure codes. As a bonus, unique ICD-10-CM codes will be offered, with a brief overview of the mental skills and agility required for greater understanding of diseases and injuries.

Location: Online

Experience a dynamic training program that teaches proficiency in the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems and prepare to train other coding professionals in these systems.

Location: Chicago, IL

The AHIMA CDI Summit is the premier industry event dedicated to leading the documentation journey and exploring the challenges presented by today’s complex healthcare environment. Alongside keynote addresses from nationally recognized industry experts, participants in this comprehensive two-day conference will have access to a range of presentations on best practices, innovation, implementation, and ICD-10-CM/PCS. The Summit is committed to interactive sessions, showcasing real world examples, advancing networking opportunities, and providing critical insights to move CDI programs forward. Don’t miss out on this exciting Summit.

Location: Washington DC

Whether your facility is a small regional hospital or a multisite IDN, your data is growing and information is flowing. PHI moves in and out of HIM to almost every other department, and external requestors. Inefficiencies in capturing, storing and managing PHI is HIM’s worst nightmare, impeding HIM processes, delaying coding, and ultimately obstructing patient care. A vendor neutral archive (VNA) solution enables organizations to optimize information flow by capturing, organizing and managing PHI regardless of source system. This technology is emerging as a solution for escalating data storage and management needs. Widely used by medical imaging departments, now is the time for HIM to better understand how VNAs can support their information management needs too. This webinar introduces the newest VNA technology, covers the HIPAA legal requirements for storage and walks attendees through the value a VNA provides HIM. Real-world experience from an organization using VNA technology is shared along with a vendor checklist and peer-to-peer advice. From moveable shelves to vendor neutral archives; HIM storage options have come a long way. And just in time! Your EHR generates massive data files every day, and the flow of PHI among and between healthcare providers just keeps growing. Safely storing, protecting and sharing patient information has never been more complicated. This session provides HIM professionals with a clearer picture of how Vendor Neutral Archives (VNAs) reduce the complexities of sharing, storing and managing healthcare data with minimal financial impact. Speakers differentiate new storage options and describe how VNAs extend beyond simply storing data and images, but also enhance an organization’s journey to health information exchange (HIE). Tips of evaluating and selecting VNA technology specifically for HIM requirements are also provided.

Location: Online

Prepare to sit for the Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner exam by reviewing the knowledge and skills necessary to function in the clinical documentation improvement profession. After successful completion of this extensive 2 day workshop, attendees may apply to sit for the CDIP exam immediately.

Location: Washington DC

This webinar conducted by Deborah Green, EVP and COO and leader of AHIMA IG initiatives, will feature the following:
A summary of findings of the first benchmarking survey on the state of Information Governance (IG) Practices in Healthcare
Key recommendations based on analysis of results, and A summary of key component of the IG work plan completed, underway and planned for the remainder of 2014 and for 2015.

Location: Online

CMS made several material changes to their pay-for-performance programs in the FY2014 Final Rule for the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS). The Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP) has added conditions, and the Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) program has new and removed measures. There are also new measures for the FY2015 Hospital-Acquired Conditions Reduction Program with new financial impact. Each of these programs is highly dependent on accurate and complete provider documentation. The audience will learn at a high level the elements and methodology for each of these pay-for-performance quality components, as well as key strategies to related to documentation and coding that will impact these measures.

Location: Online

Lynne focuses on the importance of an organization’s internal audiences. These audiences should have a general understanding of the importance of hardwiring and validating behaviors that will positively impact the patient experience. Leaders need to be vigilant about understanding how their department’s work impacts Value Based Purchasing, core measures and HCAHPS. What is measured can be improved. What leaders are held accountable for WILL improve. Leaders need to apply solid communications principles to keeping metrics in front of their team, rewarding improvements and coaching those who are not seeing the desired outcomes. Lynne will share evidence-based results in an interactive presentation.

Location: Online

Today, public reputation and standing in the community depend on securely protecting patient information — and avoiding negative headlines. In this presentation, we will outline practices for HIPAA compliance, starting with some background on HIPAA and then discussing the implications of the Omnibus Final Rule on these strategies.

Location: Online

The workshop is an extensive 2 day face to face meeting designed to prepare the healthcare professional to sit for the CHDA Examination. Through in-class, in-depth examples and exercises, you will review the three domains covered in the exam, Data Management, Data Analytics and Data Reporting.

Location: San Diego, CA

The 2014 Clinical Coding Meeting provides an in-depth focus on ICD-10-CM/PCS and addresses the details for a successful implementation. Cutting-edge keynote speakers will address the changing environment related to ICD-10 and other initiatives driving healthcare today. Breakout sessions will address significant trends and issues within the coding profession and the impact of ICD-10. A must-attend event for decision makers and professionals in the coding industry, this meeting concentrates on emerging issues and critical topics in the coding field. The agenda features topics related to ICD-10 readiness, training and implementation. This includes reimbursement related issues, clinical documentation improvement, physician practice, staffing, compliance and how to lead through change. Additional key areas will be addressed.

Location: San Diego, CA

Privacy and security principles must permeate all aspects of the healthcare industry where health information exists. Every day, privacy and security officers must balance confidentiality, privacy, and security issues of healthcare reform, advances in technology, and workflow accommodations with the complexities of regulatory disparity and laws such as HIPAA and the Final HITECH Omnibus Rules. Consumer education is critical and consumer trust issues continue in an environment of information pervasiveness, a lack of industry standards, and mandated reporting of health information breaches. Participants will learn from a line-up of experts investigating critical industry privacy and security topics. Join us for this advanced-level meeting to expand your knowledge and stay abreast of the “hottest” privacy and security trends today!

Location: San Diego, CA

Establish the relevance and importance of using social media to facilitate the collaboration of healthcare professionals on key business and clinical challenges that results in improvements to operations and/or healthcare delivery.

Location: Online

Experience a dynamic training program that teaches proficiency in the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems and prepare to train other coding professionals in these systems.

Location: Orlando, FL

The HITECH Act and the recent Omnibus Rule dramatically changed the HIPAA business associate relationship. Most AHIMA members are either employed by covered entities, such as hospital HIM Directors, or business associates, such as a transcription services or billing services, and are directly affected by these changes. This presentation will inform attendees of these changes and how to comply with them. These changes to the HIPAA business associate relationship greatly expand the definition of a business associate to include literally hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of new business associates; require business associates not only to comply with the terms of the business associate agreement but also, now, to comply with relevant provisions of the HIPAA Security, Privacy, and Breach Reporting Rules; and greatly increase the potential liability of both covered entities and business associates. The changes require updated business associate contracts and raise questions, such as whether covered entities should now audit their business associates’ compliance.

Location: Online

A hospital’s ability to thrive while transitioning to value-based reimbursement and new care delivery models demands an innovative approach to improving emergency department (ED) performance and outcomes. As health care reform, tightening budgets and higher quality of care expectations escalate, healthcare leaders realize that electronic health record (EHR) by itself is not enough to achieve goals. Because the ED is the primary patient entry point and arguably the most expensive place to receive care, optimizing technology investments in this setting is critical to achieve enterprise-wide success. This course focuses on how to increase ROI on existing technology investments, improve operational performance, and optimize finances and reimbursement in the ED. The key to improving ED throughput is a structured, systematic approach to technology implementation, adoption and the related processes. This webinar examines this compelling idea of applying Lean concepts to IT in the ED to drive value. The presentation will cover:

Location: Online

Experience a dynamic training program that teaches proficiency in the ICD-10-CM coding system and prepare to train other coding professionals in this system.

Location: Chicago, IL

Experience a dynamic training program that teaches proficiency in the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems and prepare to train other coding professionals in these systems.

Location: Chicago, IL

Do you want to become certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security? If so, then take advantage of this extensive 2 ½ day preparation workshop! HIM professionals can expect to prepare to sit for the exam by reviewing the knowledge and skills needed for designing, implementing and administering comprehensive privacy and security programs. PLUS, receive a free voucher* to sit for the exam!
*Free voucher must be used within 90 days of workshop completion.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Experience a dynamic training program that teaches proficiency in the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems and prepare to train other coding professionals in these systems.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Driven by new and evolving models of accountable care, most healthcare organizations have a mandate to better leverage data for operational efficiencies. Business Intelligence (BI) is emerging as a leading contender in achieving these objectives, along with other initiatives such as data interoperability and patient engagement. For healthcare Providers getting started with BI and even those looking to expand their existing BI programs, the sheer variety of tools and packages available in the market can be confusing. New technological advances such as big data, predictive analytics and mobile BI make the landscape even more challenging. There are a myriad of vendors offering analytic tools, data visualization tools, data integration tools and pre-built provider-specific analytics that address different areas of need. Many vendors offer on-premise and software-as-a-service options and have varying levels of functionality that can be purchased.

Location: Online