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Issue 10 – July 2008In this Issue
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I hope this newsletter finds you enjoying the summer months. Your MdHIMA Board is already working diligently this summer on many tasks including planning the educational programs for the year. This year we have embraced the theme “Think Educate in ’08-‘09” with focuses on the following:
Our first focus is to “Educate the Workforce”. Several of the committees are already working hard planning the Quarterly Business Meetings (QBMs), Data Quality programs and, believe it or not, the Annual Meeting. Check the Calendar of Events on our website to keep abreast of the many dynamic programs we will be offering throughout the year. We are also continuing our partnership with PHIMA to offer audioconferences to the membership. Our second priority is “Educating the Community” with a goal of increasing the number of members trained on MyPHR. This will enable us to connect with more community groups and deliver our presentation on personal health records throughout the state. Anne Marani and Janice Greenberg are co-chairing this committee. If you are interested in participating, please contact them. The third priority for this year is “Growing the HIM Profession”. With workforce studies showing that the number of HIM professionals in the field, in addition to students currently enrolled in our programs, will not meet the demands for future job opportunities, it is important that we act now. The Board has budgeted funds for the HIM Program Directors to have monthly teleconference calls, beginning in September, with board representatives to better understand their needs and to formulate plans on how MdHIMA can assist our 6 health information programs. We will keep you posted as to our progress with this new endeavor. I also encourage each of you to dedicate a portion of your time mentoring students or potential students. Fall is quickly approaching and is a terrific time to connect with the students and perhaps become involved as a practicum site. Lastly, I want to mention that AHIMA’s Summer Team Talks and Leadership Conference was held in Chicago July 17 – 20. Our delegates were in attendance and share updates later in this newsletter. Several proposals will be up for vote at the House of Delegates (HOD) in Seattle in October. We have heard from some of you on current issues, particularly related to the Vision 2016 plan, and we greatly appreciate your input. We welcome commentary and encourage you to do so by contacting any of us on the Board throughout the year. You can easily send emails to your Board members through the website by accessing the Executive Board directory. Enjoy the remainder of the summer and I hope to see you at the September QBM. Regards, Dauna Mays, RHIA |
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AHIMA Nominating Committee Candidate
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July 19 & 20, 2008 Attendees: On Saturday, July 19, consultant Kathleen McCleskey from KM Consulting & Training Connection presented a workshop on how to lead a voluntary organization. She explored the skills, motivation and expectations of volunteers. She also discussed marketing your organization, recruitment of volunteers, and succession planning. Later in the morning an enlightening session on Diversity was presented by consultant, Leslie May. Throughout the two (2) day conference, breakout sessions were held on the following topics:
On Sunday morning, AHIMA presented awards to a number of CSAs for their numerous “core service” achievements and best practices. |
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AHIMA Summer Team Talks - July 18, 2008 - Chicago, Illinois
President Elect Vera Rulon provided an AHIMA Strategy update thus setting the tone of “Ready for Success.” Next, an update on 2008 resolutions was provided. Topics included HIM adoption of the PHR (for members and patients), Diversity, Resolution for e-HIM Professional Standards, A Blue Print for Quality Education in HIM and the Resolution for Quality Data and Documentation in the EHR A lengthy discussion was held surrounding the Alternate Paths to RHIA Exam Eligibility, which was brought forth from Council on Certification. Alternate paths for RHIA exam eligibility include candidates possessing a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of HIM experience or a Master’s degree with 1 year of HIM experience in HIM. Various delegates provided input both for and against this proposal. Delegates will take this back to their states for further discussion and input from membership. There was also discussion regarding a new credential involving Health Data Analytics. This credential would comprise aspects of data management, analytics and data reporting. A bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience or RHIA with 1 year experience would qualify for obtaining this credential. |
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Personal Health Records Update
In this session we heard from Craig May, PR Director, AHIMA and Melissa Boyster, Member Communications Manager, AHIMA on the new campaign. We had the opportunity to contribute feedback, suggest improvements to the campaign, and hear success stories from Community Education Coordinators across the country. Two brainstorming sessions were held: Presenter Communication and Management and Improving Media Relations at the Local Level. It was a busy day but fulfilling day. Janice and I got a number of good ideas on how we can improve getting the message out to Marylanders on the importance of maintaining personal health records. Several activities have already been scheduled. The PHR Committee will be helping to man the AHIMA PHR booth at the AARP-sponsored “Life at 50+ National Event and Expo in Washington, DC in September. We also have a PHR education session slated in October in Hagerstown. We are off to a great start for the new fiscal year! Do you know any community groups (or groups where you work!) who would be interested in hearing about personal health records? Or know of any health fairs being conducted in your area that we could participate in? Interested in becoming a trained presenter for PHR? (We will be announcing a new presenter training session shortly) If you can help us with any leads please notify the PHR Committee. Simply go to www.mdhima.org and click on About Us and select Community Education and we’ll do the rest! Submitted by Anne Marani, MA, RHIT, CCS |
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September Quarterly Business Meeting Mark you calendar for the September QBM! The meeting will be held on September 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Rose Restaurant located at 6075 Belle Grove Road, Baltimore, MD 21225. Details regarding the agenda will be announced. Look for online registration to begin in mid-August. |
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ROI Educational Session – HIPAA and Maryland Confidentiality of Medical Records
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Dates to RememberAugust 26, 2008 – An Update on Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) – PHIMA Audio Conference - Learn More and Register Online September 11, 2008 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - A Comparison of ECD-10-CM and ICD-9-CM for Public Health Diseases Registration – PHIMA Audio Conference - Learn More and Register Online September 17, 2008 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - What to do if You Suspect Employee Misconduct with Technology – PHMI Audio Conference - Learn More and Register Online September 19, 2008 – 7:30 am – 4 pm - MdHIMA Quarterly Business Meeting – The Rose Restaurant –Registration will be available mid-August October 11 – 16, 2008 – AHIMA Convention and Exhibit – Seattle, WA - Learn More November 13, 2008 – RESCHEDULED – 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – ROI Educational Session – HIPAA and Maryland Confidentiality of Medical Records – Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD - Learn More and Register Online Visit the Calendar to Learn More and Register Online |
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The
ballot for voting closed on July 16, 2008.
AHIMA
sponsored a robust 2 day program for this year’s leadership conference
attendees. The conference was held in conjunction with Summer Team Talks.
Janice
Greenberg has graciously agreed to co-chair the Personal Health Record (PHR)
Committee with me for the coming year. Janice and I had the opportunity to
go to Chicago to participate in AHIMA’s Community Education Session held
prior to the summer Team Talks. This meeting focused on evaluation and next
steps for the Personal Health Information Consumer Awareness Campaign. 
MdHIMA welcomes the new and
transfer members into our state association! We look forward to seeing
you at the upcoming events and welcome your active participation.
Please feel free to contact any of the Board members if you are
interested in joining a committee or if you have questions or need
information. Again, welcome! 