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Quality and safety. Revenue cycle management. Privacy and security of healthcare information. Hospitals rank these critical healthcare issues as top concerns.* Health Information Management (HIM) professionals manage these areas daily, playing an integral role in the optimal delivery of quality healthcare, and the efficiency and effectiveness of organizations.
HIM Professional’s Role
The delivery of accurate healthcare data is facilitated by HIM professionals, and is used by healthcare providers and payers. Responsibilities include development and administration of healthcare data collection and reporting systems that ensure data quality, integrity, availability, and preservation. These responsibilites affect the well-being of individuals receiving healthcare, as well as their safety, privacy, and security. Revenue cycle workflow is also improved, impacting the bottom line.
AHIMA is committted to HIM professionals providing the tools and resources needed for effective, successful careers. For more information on AHIMA and the benefits of membership, click here.
*American College of Healthcare Executives Annual Survey, 2007 |
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