At the AHIMA Foundation, we believe it is our responsibility to unlock the potential of health information for public benefit. We are passionate about empowering consumers and communities to actively engage in their everyday health and wellness, using trusted health information from traditional and emerging sources. We believe the power belongs in the hands of the consumer, and that consumers must be heard and empowered to drive their own health journey.
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Electronic Health Information for Health Equity
This free white paper, from AHIMA Foundation in sponsorship with Optum, explores the potential impact of personal health records on chronic disease management. Download it today!
Health Literacy for Health Equity
Transforming the search for answers and the power of data
into better health outcomes for all.
EMPOWERING AND EDUCATING FOR BETTER OUTCOMES
Scholarship Program
The AHIMA Foundation Scholarship Program is closed for 2020. Learn more about our Veteran's, Merit, and Dissertation Support Scholarships and get prepared to submit your application for 2021. Hear from our previous scholarship recipients.
HIRO Fund
The AHIMA Foundation's HIRO Fund helps health information professionals affected by natural disasters. We recently expanded the scope of our efforts to support job loss due to COVID-19. Learn more and apply for assistance here.
Success Spotlight
"I plan on pursuing a Masters Degree in Health Administration. This award will help me continue to succeed in my career in HIM."
- Alyssa E. Spiteri, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
"It is my promise that I will continue to learn and gain knowledge to aid me in being a great HIM professional."
- Mariah Hilton, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
"I have accepted a full-time position at Michigan Health Information Network as an Operations Analyst."
- Maegen Myers, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
"Your generous support is of great help as I pursue my dream of returning to school to attain my first college degree."
- laine Ahmed, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
"The apprenticeship program proved to be a great employee development opportunity for both the employees/apprentices and the managers/mentors."
- Shalina Richie, RHIA, HIM Coordinator & Privacy Officer
"I am so grateful. This money will help me pay for textbooks for the upcoming semesters."
- Alyssa Dugan, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
"I am a first-generation college student and I am incredibly grateful to be receiving this scholarship."
- Allie Marttila, AHIMA Foundation Merit Scholarship
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“We stand against racial disparities, in any venue, particularly those that limit access to care. We stand against ideologies and institutions that promote racial bias and injustice. We stand with those who promote racial understanding and harmony with equal justice for all.”
-The AHIMA Foundation
Resources
The Journal of AHIMA
If Patients Only Knew
Health information professionals talk about their ideas for involving patients in the identity management process. Educating patients on the health risks of misidentification might help them to feel less guarded about sharing additional identifiers when they receive care.
Perspectives in Health Information Management
Characteristics of Individuals Using a Patient Portal via Mobile Technology
This study explores characteristics of individuals using a patient portal in Ohio, with a particular focus on those who choose to access the portal via a mobile application.
Perspectives in Health Information Management
Paving the Way: A Cost and Outcome Evaluation Framework for the Transition from the 10th to the 11th Version of the International Classification of Disease
Countries worldwide, including Canada, need tools for informed decision-making on the adoption of ICD-11.
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Provide Greater Financial Security
Health data is a vital element of health care, including efforts to curb the pandemic.
By doing their jobs effectively, health Information professionals, enable providers more time to focus on patient care. Health Information professionals are making a tremendous difference as our world tries to curb COVID-19.