eNews from MdHIMA
 
Issue 24 - December 2010
Inside this Issue:

President’s Message
Call for Nominations
A Day in the Life…
Coppin State Celebrates HIM Week
MDHIMA Annual Meeting
Welcome New MdHIMA Members!
Dates to Remember  
Submit Items for the e-Newsletter
Is Your AHIMA Profile Current?

President’s Message

Dear MdHIMA Members,

The end of year 2010 is fast approaching us, and we have successfully elected a new board, held three quarterly business meetings, one annual meeting, and participated in the AHIMA’s Winter and Summer Team Talks, and AHIMA’s annual meeting. We have completed many of our goals and stayed dedicated to the health information management profession.  In 2011, we will continue our successful journey by approving new policies and procedures, strategically planning our goals for the next three years, nominating and electing a new board, and performing our annual duties and responsibilities. With your help and support, we will meet these responsibilities and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our profession and MdHIMA. I wish everyone a joyous holiday, and a glorious and prosperous new year.

Sincerely,

Albert M. Key, Jr., MS, RHIA
President, MdHIMA

Call for Nominations

The Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for the following positions for 2011 – 2012 year:

President Elect
Secretary
Treasurer
Director
Delegate (2)

If you would like to nominate someone for one of the above positions, please go to “What’s New” section of the MDHIMA website and click on the link for Call for Nominations.

A Day in the Life...

In an effort to give the membership a better understanding of the responsibilities for each of these roles, the Nominating Committee will highlight one of these offices each month in the October through February newsletters in a section called, "The day in the life of _______".   We have asked each of the current officers to give a brief statement of their position.  This month we are highlighting the Treasurer’s position.

The Day in the Life of the TREASURER
  1. What does your day, week or month look like as it relates to the execution of your duties as the Treasurer? The role of Treasurer requires working with the Finance Committee (President, President-Elect & Treasurer) to create a draft Budget at the beginning of each fiscal year which will then be presented to the entire Board for approval.  Once the Budget is approved, the Treasurer must keep accurate records of all deposits made to our accounts, write/record/mail checks to pay bills received by the Association, create and submit a variety of monthly financial reports to the Board and maintain all investment funds for the Association.
     
  2. What skills are required to do your job effectively and what skills do you wish you had coming into the position? The role of Treasurer requires honesty and integrity, understanding of basic finance principles, flexibility and the ability to meet deadlines.  An understanding of how the Association has historically handled its finances and a basic understanding of Quicken for all financial tracking is an asset to the position of Treasurer.
     
  3. Are there any requirements or aspects of the position that others don't see but are necessary to execute the duties of your job (time or financial commitments)? Good organizational skills and attention to detail are keys to successfully meeting the demands of the Treasurer’s position.  Making time to write/send checks, create monthly reports, purchase stamps/envelopes and to get to the bank to make deposits are requirements that others may not realize.
     
  4. What words of wisdom do you have for those who are aspiring to hold this office?   Become active on the Board by chairing or participating on a Committee to get a feel for the things that the Board must address and how the financial aspect is handled.  Additionally, gaining an understanding of Quicken would be an asset to easily fulfilling the Treasurer’s role.
     
  5. What do you enjoy most about your role/position? I enjoy participating in the decision making process of the Association, being able to represent other members of MdHIMA and to offer my input to help in advancing our Association.  Participating on the MdHIMA Board enables me to stay apprised of the many exciting things happening in health information management on a state and national level.  Getting to know some of my colleagues through working together on the Board has enabled me to form lifelong friendships – which has been a great side benefit.
Coppin State Celebrates HIM Week

In honor of National Health Information and Technology Week (November 7 – 13, 2010), Coppin State University’s Student Health Information Management Association led a celebration that put the spotlight on Health Information Management and Technology professionals. This event educated students and faculty on the unique skills and abilities of HIM professionals, while focusing on their significant contributions to patient care and management of patient information. HIM students addressed critical issues and topics in HIM today.   Faculty and students enjoyed an enriching exhibit experience that gave prominence to Personal Health Record (PHR).  Faculty and students had the opportunity to create an electronic PHR utilizing secure access to the internet. Participants answered questions on privacy and security of patient information using the games “Spin the wheel” and “Hangman.” Alumni supported the event by providing a high quality DJ services. All partakers received HI&T week cups, notepads and buttons. Coppin State University’s Student Health Information Management Association anticipates next year’s enriching event!   

Submitted by Chris Rogers, President SHIMA
Coppin State University

MDHIMA Annual Conference May 19 – 20, 2011 at the Baltimore Convention Center – HOLD THE DATES

The 2011 MDHIMA Annual Conference is chaired by Mona Calhoun, Kathy Mulford and Brian Bennighoff.  Our committee is well underway to planning an exciting and informative conference.  The conference will be May 19 & 20, 2011 at the Baltimore Convention Center.  Rooms have been reserved at the Sheraton.  The group rate is $179 and available through April 18, 2011.The hotel has set up a personalized Web site for MDHIMA Annual Conference attendees to book, modify or cancel a reservation beginning September 8, 2010.  So reserve your room today!  

Below you will find the appropriate link(s) to access the site:
Maryland Health Information Management Association (OR copy and paste the following link into a web browser)
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1009084072&key=3028

Additional updates on the conference will follow so please be on the lookout.

MDHIMA Annual Committee Update

Make a difference in a student’s life today! We need you! Volunteer for the MDHIMA Silent Auction Committee!  For questions contact Tasha Green at 301-467-6456.  To make a donation click here.

Welcome New MdHIMA Members!

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!
 
Rhea V. Bautista-Arciaga
Camanita A. Booze
Zahid Butt
Doug Byrne
Jane Caburian
Matinur R. Chowdury, CCS
Amy J. Combs, CPC
Ashley N. Costley
Jaimee Cutwright
Sean Fry
Adrienne Graham
Janay Holt
Christie Howard
Angel M. Jefferson, CBCS
Ciera M. Johnson
Randall Johnson
Frances C. Lawhorn, CCA
Sandy C. Lee, CCA
Michelle Lemma, CPC, CEDC, PCS
Joshua Lim
Nicole Mafeu
Sandra Martenot
Brenda McNeil
Tresa Meredith-Campbell
Shelia B. Montgomery
Kyra Moore		 Barbara S. Naimark
Nancy Opiela, RD
Angela Porter-James
Cindy Prives-Welch
Monica Redmond, CAN/GNA
Ashley Reid
George S. Rich
Tara L. Richmond
Cherisse M. Robles
Jami Rowe
Tigist Semu
Dana L. Simms
Kynethia L. Smith
Thy A. Truong, CCS
Joseph Tucker, Jr.
Tammie Wall
Neal Warfield
Breonna L. Weaver
Lakisha Woodson
Dates to Remember 

March 4, 2011 – MdHIMA Quarterly Business Meeting – Location to be determined
May 19 – 20, 2011 – MdHIMA Annual Meeting - Baltimore Convention Center

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