Professional Membership Eligibility:

Professional members in good standing are entitled to all Professional membership privileges including the right to vote. This membership type is valid to anyone residing both inside and outside the territories of the United States.

Benefits Include:

CONTENT: Get constant and relevant industry content keeping you informed

• The Journal of AHIMA, our digital magazine that delivers best practices in health information and keeps readers current on emerging issues
• Toolkits, that provide practice guidance on critical topics in health information
• Perspectives in Health Information Management, a scholarly, peer-reviewed journal linking practice, education and research 
• AHIMA’s member exclusive newsletters and SmartBriefs, for the latest industry news, policy updates, and best practices

COMMUNITY: Connect with a global community of HI professionals to share insights and network with

• Engage with AHIMA, fellow HI professionals, and other content on Access, our members-only online community platform
• Get complimentary membership to your local component association (CA) and connect with HI professionals through networking, volunteering and events
• AHIMA in-person events, including our annual conference

CAREER: Career advancement resources designed to help you stand out, elevate your credibility, and allow you to excel

• Use member exclusive discounts to obtain and maintain AHIMA’s career-enhancing credentials
• Free learning opportunities that provide you with four (4+) continuing education units annually (8+ toward recertification bi-annually)
• Find your next job with early access to postings in our Career Assist Job Board. In addition, access career guidance resources such as resume reviews, career coaching, interview tips and priority listing in employer searches
• Brand Builder, a member-exclusive site that provides tools and tips to help you build your professional brand and create the powerful story of your value when interviewing or looking to take your career to the next level setting you part from the competition.

+SAVINGS: Get all the resources you need for your learning journey in one trusted place and get substantial member discounts on all of it

• Discounted exam, exam prep and recertification fees
• Discounts on AHIMA publications, webinars, and related products to stay current on industry trends and advancements
• Special discounts on travel, entertainment, and insurance services through our Affinity Programs

Global Professional Eligibility:

You are eligible for AHIMA Global membership if you live outside of the United States. As a member of AHIMA, you are willing to abide by the Code of Ethics and attest to your eligibility as a Global professional member.

CONTENT: Get constant and relevant industry content keeping you informed

• The Journal of AHIMA, our digital magazine that delivers best practices in health information and keeps readers current on emerging issues
• Toolkits, that provide practice guidance on critical topics in health information
• Perspectives in Health Information Management, a scholarly, peer-reviewed journal linking practice, education and research 
• AHIMA’s member exclusive newsletters and SmartBriefs, for the latest industry news, policy updates, and best practices

COMMUNITY: Connect with a global community of HI professionals to share insights and network with

• Engage with AHIMA, fellow HI professionals, and other content on Access, our members-only online community platform
• AHIMA in-person events, including our annual conference

CAREER: Career advancement resources designed to help you stand out, elevate your credibility, and allow you to excel

• Use member exclusive discounts to obtain and maintain AHIMA’s career-enhancing credentials
• Free learning opportunities that provide you with five (5+) continuing education units annually (10+ toward recertification bi-annually)
• Find your next job with early access to postings in our Career Assist Job Board. In addition, access career guidance resources such as resume reviews, career coaching, interview tips and priority listing in employer searches
• Brand Builder, a member-exclusive site that provides tools and tips to help you build your professional brand and create the powerful story of your value when interviewing or looking to take your career to the next level setting you part from the competition.

+SAVINGS: Get all the resources you need for your learning journey in one trusted place and get substantial member discounts on all of it

• Discounted exam, exam prep and recertification fees
• Discounts on AHIMA publications, webinars, and related products to stay current on industry trends and advancements
• Special discounts on travel, entertainment, and insurance services through our Affinity Programs

Student Membership Eligibility:

To be eligible for the discounted student membership rate a student must not hold an AHIMA credential or have registered for an exam and must be currently enrolled full time in a formal certificate or degree-granting program (including, but not limited to, CAHIIM-accredited or PCAP/ACCP-approved coding programs). An individual can be a Student member for up to four years if all eligibility requirements are met. This membership is only valid inside the territories of the United States.

Benefits Include:

CONTENT: Get constant and relevant industry content keeping you informed

• Student Resource Page, designed to provide our student members with all the tools they need to succeed. AHIMA strives to empower students through a variety of resources as they complete their studies and enter the profession. To learn more please visit the following link: https://www.ahima.org/education-events/academic-center/student-resources/
• The Journal of AHIMA, our digital magazine that delivers best practices in health information and keeps readers current on emerging issues
• Toolkits, that provide practice guidance on critical topics in health information
• AHIMA’s member exclusive newsletters and SmartBriefs, for the latest industry news, policy updates, and best practices

COMMUNITY: Connect with a global community of HI professionals to share insights and network with

• Engage with AHIMA, fellow HI professionals, and other content on Access, our members-only online community platform including a career mobility and emerging professional communities
• Get complimentary membership to your local component association (CA) and connect with HI professionals through networking, mentoring, volunteering and events
• AHIMA in-person events, including our annual conference

CAREER: Career advancement resources designed to help you stand out, elevate your credibility, and allow you to excel

• Use member exclusive discounts to obtain AHIMA’s career-enhancing credentials
• Find your next job or internship with early access to postings in our Career Assist Job Board. In addition, access career guidance resources such as resume reviews, career coaching, interview tips and priority listing in employer searches
• Brand Builder, a member-exclusive site that provides tools and tips to help you build your professional brand and create the powerful story of your value when interviewing or looking to take your career to the next level setting you part from the competition.

+SAVINGS: Get all the resources you need for your career journey in one trusted place and get substantial member discounts on all of it

• Discounted exam, exam prep and recertification fees
• Discounts on AHIMA publications, webinars, and related products to stay current on industry trends and advancements
• Special discounts on travel, entertainment, and insurance services through our Affinity Programs