AHIMA Professional Development 2

Question 1

How many continuing education hours (CEHs) must an RHIA credential holder complete per two-year renewal cycle?

Accepted Answer

30 CEHs

Answer

RHIA credential holders must complete 30 CEHs every two years to maintain active credential status.

Question 2

How many CEHs must an RHIT credential holder complete per two-year renewal cycle?

Accepted Answer

20 CEHs

Answer

RHIT credential holders are required to earn 20 CEHs every two years to maintain active status.

Question 3

What credential status is assigned to an AHIMA credentialed professional who does not complete CEH requirements by the end of the renewal period?

Accepted Answer

Inactive

Answer

Failure to meet CEH requirements places the credential in 'inactive' status rather than immediate permanent revocation.

Question 4

Which of the following activities qualifies as an AHIMA-approved continuing education activity for credential renewal?

Accepted Answer

Attending an AHIMA-approved educational seminar or webinar

Answer

Attending AHIMA-approved educational programs with defined learning objectives is a recognized CEH-earning activity.

Question 5

Which body is responsible for overseeing AHIMA credentialing examinations such as the RHIA, RHIT, and CCS?

Accepted Answer

CCHIIM

Answer

The Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM) oversees AHIMA's credentialing examinations.

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