Program areas at CHIA
The association collects annual dues for additional services and benefits desired by AHIMA members in CA. Dues are paid based on an anniversary basis. Renewals continue to be on the decline. On average, just under 1,000 individuals and 12 corporate partners supported CHIA this year. The national association (AHIMA) also provided a percentage of national dues paid, for close to 4,500 members which has decreased from approximately 5,600 members in the previous year.
CHIA offers several educational products, including publications, ebooks, webinars on-demand (WOD)and eLearning Programs on-demand (ELPOD) for sale. Purchased eBooks and other on demand products are accessible online via the customer profile. All merchandise is available for sale via the CHIA website. There were 166 publications, 57 ebooks, and 223 WOD and ELPOD products provided to customers, some of which were provided complimentary.
Provided educational programs to members, other health information professionals, and professionals interested in health information practices. Education was provided through the annual convention, webinars, eLearning programs (formerly seminars), and a few local events. The annual convention is the only CHIA in-person event planned each year. Topics included issues related to privacy and security of health information, medical coding and compliance, HIPAA regulations, and other health information related topics.