Unit 1 Glossary

The practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care. American Health Information Management Association; the professional organization for HIM practitioners providing credentials, education, and advocacy. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (1996); federal law establishing national standards for privacy and security of health information. Any individually identifiable health information held or transmitted by a covered entity relating to a patient's health condition, care, or payment. A database that uniquely identifies each patient who has received services at a healthcare facility. A digital version of a patient's medical chart containing history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and test results. The process of providing authorized access to patient health information in accordance with HIPAA and applicable laws. Registered Health Information Administrator; four-year degree credential for HIM professionals with a broad management focus.