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RHITs are health information technicians who ensure the quality of medical records by verifying their completeness, accuracy, and proper entry into computer systems. They may also use computer applications to assemble and analyze patient data for the purpose of improving patient care or controlling costs. RHITs often specialize in coding diagnoses and procedures in patient records for reimbursement and research. RHITs may serve as cancer registrars, compiling and maintaining data on cancer patients. With experience, the RHIT credential holds solid potential for advancement to management positions, especially if it is combined with a bachelor's degree.

Although most RHITs work in hospitals, you will also find them in a variety of other healthcare settings including office-based physician practices, nursing homes, home health agencies, mental health facilities, and public health agencies. In fact employment opportunities exist for RHITs in any organization that uses patient data or health information such as pharmaceutical companies, law and insurance firms, and health product vendors.

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General Information

About Certification
About AHIMA
Experience with Certification
Independent Testing Agency
Nondiscrimination Policy
Confidentiality Procedure
AHIMA Code of Ethics
AHIMA’s Standards for Initial Certification

Applying for the Examination

Eligibility
Eligibility Documentation
Eligibility Appeal Procedure
Transcripts
Educational Program Codes
The Application and Testing Process
Special Testing Accommodations

Scheduling the Examination

Authorization To Test (ATT)
Scheduling your Appointment
Testing Centers
Appointment Changes and Fee Refunds

Preparing for the Examination

Examination Specifications
Competency Statements through September 30, 2006
Competency Statements beginning October 2, 2006
Content Outline
Formulas for Commonly Computed Healthcare Rates & Percentages
Tutorial
Sample Examination Questions
Timed Examination
Exhibit Windows
Pretest Questions
Examination Preparatory Arena

Taking the Examination
On the Day of the Examination
Identification Requirements
Test Center Restrictions
Security
Misconduct
Testing Irregularities
Cancellation Due to Inclement Weather or Other Emergencies

After the Examination
Feedback on your Testing Experience
Determination of the Passing Score and Notification of Results
Passing Score
Validation of Scores

If You Pass the Examination
Release of Information
Certificates
Use of the Credential
Registry
Maintenance of Certification Requirements
Revocation of Certification

If You Did Not Pass the Examination
Complaints and Appeals
Reexamination

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