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Document Imaging, Workflow Restructure Department
Author: McCarthy, Therese; Johnson, Marlene L.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
HealthEast Care System in St. Paul, MN, began its journey toward an EHR in 1998 with the implementation of an online nursing documentation system in which nurses enter information using desktop and laptop computers and wireless devices. A network of integrated care services with three acute ca....
Make Your Voice Heard: AHIMA's 2002 Advocacy Agenda
Author:
Source: AHIMA Advantage
Publication Date: September 2002
Once Chrisann Lemery tried it, she was hooked. As an HIM professional frequently frustrated by confusing regulations, she began questioning regulatory agencies and third-party payers.
"I realized that my questions were taken seriously and they were listening," says Lemery, MS, RHIA, medic....
Comparison of HIPAA Arrangements and Agreements
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: September 02, 2002
Putting the EHR to the Test
Author: Hawkins, Fanny
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
Is clinical documentation significantly different before and after implementing the electronic health record (EHR)?
Believing that the development and implementation of an EHR strategy is required for success, Baylor College of Medicine sought to answer this question. This article present....
Maintaining a Legally Sound Health Record
Author: Dougherty, Michelle
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
On the Line: Professional Practice Solutions
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
Q: What is a virtual shredder?
Q: A developmentally disabled adult was recently admitted to our hospital. The patient was accompanied by his older sister. The sister indicated her brother could not write but that he could draw an "X." Because the patient doesn't have a court-appointe....
Transcription Cost Analysis Reveals Opportunities for Savings, Efficiencies
Author: Bundt, Major Thomas
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
Under pressure to maximize efficiency and resources, a VA hospital department ananlyzed its dictation processes and was able to pinpoint opportunites for savings. Here's how they did it.
Levels of utilization and quality of specialty services in Veterans Administration healthcare faciliti....
Imaging System Propels HIM Department to EHR
Author: Bechert, Londa
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: September 2002
St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services in Indianapolis, IN, is a member of the Ascension Health network, a nationwide Catholic health ministry. The HIM department has centralized responsibility for the main campus (650 beds) in Indianapolis, the St. Vincent Carmel Hospital (65 beds), and mul....
Navigating in Today's Ethical Jungle: Quick Tips for Untangling HIM Ethical Issues
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Source: AHIMA Advantage
Publication Date: August 2002
Sooner or later, it happens to everyone who works in health information management. Perhaps one of the physicians in your group has a habit of completing notes long after seeing patients and wants you to indicate that records are done in a timely fashion. Or maybe your facility is in the middle....
United States Healthcare Information Knowledgebase - (USHIK)
Author: Health Informatics Standards Board
Source: Government (U.S.) | U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality
Publication Date: July 17, 2002
Establishing a Telecommuting or Home-based Employee Program (2002 update)
Author: Dougherty, Michelle; Scichilone, Rita A; Fletcher, Donna M.
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: July 2002
This practice brief has been retired. It is made available for historical purposes only.
Sample Telecommuting Confidentiality Policy
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: July 02, 2002
Procedures for Planned and Unplanned Downtime
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: July 02, 2002
State Laws or Regulations Pertaining to Retention of Health Information
Author:
Source: AHIMA practice brief attachment
Publication Date: June 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Retention of Health Information. Table 3: Federal Record Retention Requirements
Author:
Source: AHIMA practice brief attachment
Publication Date: June 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Retention of Health Information (2002 update)
Author: Fletcher, Donna M.; Rhodes, Harry B.
Source: AHIMA practice brief
Publication Date: June 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Recommended Regulation and Standard Acquisition for Specific Healthcare Settings
Author: Burrington-Brown, Jill; Rhodes, Harry B.
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) [form]
Author:
Source: Government (U.S.)
Publication Date: June 02, 2002
health care items or services
Keeping HIM Current Through Re-engineering
Author: Myjer, D'Arcy
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2002
How should HIM departments organize to meet the challenges of the electronic medical record (EMR), compliance, HIPAA, and high-volume transcription?
The HIM department at Stanford Hospital and Clinics (SHC) in Stanford, CA, has evolved to meet the need for change. Heres....
On the Line: Professional Practice Solutions
Author: Dougherty, Michelle
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2002
Q: Is it true that the method for calculating the delinquent chart rate has changed and it is no longer necessary to carry a delinquent chart from month to month?
Q: Recently, a discharged patient fell two days after discharge from the inpatient rehab facility where I work. He went to the....
Spreading HIM Excellence Abroad
Author: Shaffer, Audrey
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: June 2002
At the opening ceremony of Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital in 1994, thousands of balloons were released over the Chinese countryside as a symbol of the advanced medical care the hospital hoped to spread throughout China.
Hong Kong philanthropist Sir Run Run Shaw, along with the Zheji....
Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) [form]
Author:
Source: Government (U.S.)
Publication Date: June 02, 2002
laboratory tests
Journal Q&A (5/02)
Author: AHIMA Staff
Source: AHIMA Q and A
Publication Date: May 02, 2002
Q: Is there a standard or recommended source for abbreviations used in medical records?
A: There is no standard or recommended abbreviation list. Because of service and style variation, healthcare organizations are encouraged to create their own customized list. An optimal approach....
Patient-friendly Approach to the Record Amendment Process
Author: Thieleman, William
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2002
HIPAA promises patients the right to access and amend their medical records, but HIM departments are responsible for making it happen. How will your facility provide this service for patients? The author offers ideas from experts on designing an access and amendment process.
Among the ch....
Starting a Consulting Business (2002)
Author: Dougherty, Michelle
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
On the Line: Professional Practice Solutions
Author: Hjort, Beth M.
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: May 2002
Q: Is there a standard or recommended source for abbreviations used in medical records?
Q: In light of HIPAA restrictions on protected health information, Im concerned about our HIM departments practice of accepting HIM students for professional practice experience. What shoul....
On the Line: Professional Practice Solutions
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2002
Q: The physician practice I work for often receives photocopies of health information sent in anticipation of a new patient consultation or appointment. If the individual never presents to the practice, how long must our practice retain this health information?
Q: My facility is bringing....
HIPAA Privacy and Security Training (2002)
Author: Hjort, Beth M.
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: April 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
On the Line: Professional Practice Solutions
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2002
Q: Does the individual to whom a patient has granted durable power of attorney for financial matters have the right to access and authorize use or disclosure of the patient's protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA?
Q: We have a transcriptionist who picks up tapes, trans....
Retaining Healthcare Business Records
Author: Tomes, Jonathan P.
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: March 2002
This practice brief has been retired. It is made available for historical purposes only.
Preemption of the HIPAA Privacy Rule (2002)
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: February 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Marrying Technology and Policy for Home Coding Security
Author: Friedman, Beth
Source: In Confidence (newsletter)
Publication Date: February 02, 2002
Home coding is one of the biggest trends in health information management today as more hospitals are sending coders home to help alleviate the shortage. Simultaneously, thousands of clinical coders are demanding a work-from-home option as a way to improve their lifestyle and gain flexibility....
Incidental Disclosure Findings
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: February 02, 2002
Incidental Disclosure Log
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: February 02, 2002
Sample Preemption Decision Form
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: February 02, 2002
Sample Preemption Decision Summary Log
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: February 02, 2002
Use of Language-Interpreter Consent Form
Author: Gore, Glennda
Source: AHIMA Foundation
Publication Date: January 08, 2002
In an effort to comply with the upcoming HIPAA confidentiality requirements, McAlester Regional Health Center has begun to review all policies and procedures concerning patient confidentiality and data security. During this process, the use of language interpreters was identified as one a....
Understanding the Minimum Necessary Standard (2002)
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: January 2002
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Sample Training Database
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: January 02, 2002
Destruction of Patient Health Information (2001 update)
Author: Hughes, Gwen
Source: AHIMA practice brief
Publication Date: November 2001
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Statewide Data Systems: Entering a New Era
Author: Love, Denise
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2001
Statewide data systems are the mainstay of many state and federal data systems and of many quality assessment, research, and policy initiatives. The author gives an overview of the different kinds of systems available and looks at opportunities for growth in the future, as well as for....
Required Content for Authorizations to Disclose (2001)
Author: Hughes, Gwen; Smith, Cheryl M.
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2001
This practice brief has been updated. See the latest version here. This version is made available for historical purposes only.
Sample Disclosure Tracking Log
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: November 02, 2001
"SNIP"ping Away at HIPAA
Author: Bettendorf, Jim
Source: In Confidence (newsletter)
Publication Date: November 02, 2001
Consider this a resource guide from a fellow privacy official trying to make sense of it all. I am of course referring to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). By now, we are all familiar with HIPAA’s content, but not quite sure what path to take when it com....
Accounting and Tracking Disclosures of Protected Health Information (2001)
Author: Dougherty, Michelle
Source: AHIMA practice brief | Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2001
This practice brief has been retired. It is made available for historical purposes only.
Filtering Our Data to Ease Consumers' Search
Author: Tully, Lorraine
Source: Journal of AHIMA
Publication Date: November 2001
HealthMarket, Inc., is a Norwalk, CT-based company offering “self-directed health plans” to employers and insurers as a new choice in health benefits. Founded in 1999, the company aims to shift healthcare decision making from insurance intermediaries to physicians and patients. As part of its....
Sample Request for an Accounting of Disclosures
Author: AHIMA
Source: AHIMA sample form
Publication Date: November 02, 2001
Journal Q&A (11/01)
Author: AHIMA Staff
Source: AHIMA Q and A
Publication Date: November 02, 2001
Q: Where can I find an easy-to-use glossary for terms in the HIPAA regulations?
A: The Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange (WEDI) has compiled an alphabetic glossary of HIPAA terms and definitions. It is approximately 24 pages long and can be downloaded from the WEDI Web sit....
HIM & Ethical Decision Making: Complex Challenges
Author: Harman, Laurinda B.
Source: AHIMA Convention
Publication Date: October 10, 2001
The successful health information management (HIM) professional (RHIT and RHIA) must be simultaneously passionate about two things: (1) information management expertise and (2) ethical principles and professional values. Technical expertise without ethical principles and professional....
PRO-West's Payment Error Prevention Program
Author: Baron, Anne
Source: AHIMA Convention
Publication Date: October 10, 2001
Background
Beginning in 1997, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) started conducting annual audits of Medicare billing practices. These audit results estimated that Medicare had paid more than $23 billion in incorrect payments in 1996 and more than $20 billion in 1997.....
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