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Certification
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Median earnings
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Cost
$229
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Completion
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Registered Health Information Administrator -certified professionals RHIAs are a critical link between care providers, payers, and patients. The RHIA has a comprehensive knowledge of medical, administrative, ethical, and legal requirements and standards related to healthcare delivery and privacy of protected patient information.
Evaluate and maintain the integrity of health record documentation in accordance with organizational data standards and policiesDevelop policies and procedures for health record data, documentation management, and information governanceManage master patient index integrity and apply retention and destruction policies for health informationManage patient access to health information and process requests in compliance with legal and regulatory standardsMonitor and protect access to protected health information through privacy, security, and breach response protocolsDevelop health information request workflows to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulationsCreate reports, data visualizations, and healthcare statistics to support organizational decision-makingOptimize EHR applications, database management tools, and health information exchange solutions to improve workflowsSupport the information systems development lifecycle including analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of health information technologiesAssign diagnosis and procedure codes and conduct CDI activities to support revenue integrity and quality improvementConduct coding audits, denials management, and fraud prevention activities to ensure revenue cycle complianceEducate providers on reimbursement models and monitor clinical documentation requirements to support claims managementDevelop and implement organizational goals, strategies, and change management initiatives for health information managementPerform human resource management activities including recruiting, training, and process improvement for health information functionsMonitor organizational compliance with health laws, regulations, and accreditation standards while managing budgets and projects