Announcements
Graduating This Spring?
Congratulations! Now What?
Earning your degree is the first step towards a successful career in HIM. But what
comes next? To find out more about life after graduation, SAC member Sebrina Campbell
recently interviewed Jamie Wilding, a coding and compliance specialist for Esse Health.
Wilding is a new professional who graduated from Saint Louis University in 2010 with
her BS in Health Information Management.
Click to read the interview.
SBCC's RHIT Exam Pass Rates Surpass National Rates!
Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is very proud to announce their RHIT Certification Exam results. The Health Information Technology (HIT) Program at SBCC has a proven track record when it comes to the national exam results. As shown in the graph provided, SBCC’s certification exam pass rates have exceeded the national averages for the last three years. During the 2010-2011 testing period, SBCC’s pass rate was 97%, compared to 74% nationally. The faculty have designed a rigorous curriculum for the fully online HIT Program at SBCC which successfully prepares our students for the RHIT Exam. The students at SBCC are very dedicated to their education and have worked diligently to excel in both their studies and on the national exam.
CE Hours for HITECH Workforce Training
AHIMA is awarding CE credit for the completion of the Office of the National Coordinator's
HITECH WORKFORCE TRAINING. Gain 20 CE hours for the completion of the training and
5 additional CE hours for the successful completion of the HIT PRO Exam.
For more information about the training program go to: hitregiond.pittcc.edu
For more information about the HIT PRO Exam, go to: hitproexams.org
CIM Enrollment Fees
Effective with the enrollment period for Spring 2012 classes, students in the Cancer Information Management program who are not residents of California will be subject to the enrollment fees and non-resident tuition charged to all other out-of-state Santa Barbara City College students. The previous fee arrangement offered in association with the California Cancer Registrars Association (CCRA) is no longer available.
Santa Barbara City College and the CIM program value our excellent relationship with the CCRA and the invaluable support provided to the CIM program over many years.
We acknowledge that this announcement may impact the speed with which some of you can complete the CIM program. We enthusiastically encourage you to continue to pursue your educational goals and to utilize all of the financial aid and student services resources available to you to do so. We wish you and all SBCC students much success.
Spring Registration Dates
Spring Registration Dates based on student status have been set. Registration for continuing students will begin in November. Students will be able to look up their dates on October 31 through Pipeline. Click here for more detailed information.
ICD-10 Information
ICD-10 FAQs – Due to proposed ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation delay, please review the information on our ICD-10 FAQ's page. At this time, the US Department of Health and Human Services has proposed a delay of one year. This would change the ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation date from 10/2013 to 10/2014. The final rule which will announce when the US will implement ICD-10-CM/PCS is expected to be published in June 2012.
Get your questions answered about ICD-10!
Looking for students to join the HIT/CIM Peer Club!
Joining the HIT/CIM Student Peer club is a great way to enrich your experience at SBCC by getting to know other students in your major, a way to share your experiences as a student here at SBCC, and a chance to check out and participate in the exciting social and career events the club is planning for the Fall and Spring semesters. To go to the club website for more information about joining and about club activities, click here.
Academic Counseling Virtual Office Hours
Gwyer Schuyler, Academic Counselor, will be available for text chat office hours online to answer questions regarding academic and career planning, course selection, and policies and procedures.
Check the HIT/CIM home page on the righthand side for dates and times and log-in information - www.sbcc.edu/hit.
CHIA Mentorship Program
CHIA’s Mentorship Program brings together seasoned HIM professionals with Student
members, recent graduates, and other interested health information management (HIM)
professionals in an online open and fluid environment. The California Mentorship Community
of Practice (CoP) site is the platform for sharing information, experiences, and networking.
This program is designed to promote dialogue and professional relationships between
mentors and mentees, and is coordinated by the CHIA Mentorship Committee.
View or print the program flyer for more information.
Call for Applications for AHIMA’s New Student Advisory Council
As a health information management (HIM) student, you’ve got a bright future ahead of you in a growing industry. You’re bringing a lot to the table—enthusiasm, intelligence, and a new perspective—but you’ve got more to learn about how it all comes together. Supplement your knowledge and resume by gaining an insiders’ view on the HIM field—apply for a position on the new AHIMA Student Advisory Council!
This team of student members will represent AHIMA’s student population, helping shape the Association’s future student programs and initiating new activities vital to membership as a whole.
Advisory Council Activities
Students chosen for the Student Advisory Council participate in activities such as:
* Providing input and feedback for projects designed for AHIMA student members
* Developing the program for the student academy at AHIMA’s annual convention
* Participating in conference calls and an in-person meeting at AHIMA’s annual convention
* Acting as liaisons to key AHIMA bodies such as the AHIMA Board of Directors, AHIMA Foundation Board, CAHIIM, CCHIT, House of Delegates, and others
* Writing, editing, and creating other content for AHIMA’s student publications
* Fostering the future model and agenda of the student advisory council
Required Core Competencies for Student Advisory Council Membership:
* Follow and advocate for the AHIMA Code of Ethics, and other appropriate codes of conduct, and value honesty, integrity, and transparency.
* Demonstrate commitment to AHIMA’s mission, vision, values, and strategy.
* A team player and collaborator who works well with and fosters trust among group members, adjusts personal behavior in order to establish relationships with the team, and completes assigned duties and tasks.
* Respect diversity and foster inclusion; values all people equitably; deal effectively with all races, cultures, disabilities, ages, and genders; and ensure all voices are heard and respected.
* Display patience with others and sensitivity to due process and proper pacing.
* Present a positive professional image.
Submitting Your Application for the Student Advisory Council
Applicants must be AHIMA student members currently enrolled in an AHIMA-approved coding program or a CAHIIM-accredited HIM program<http://mail2.ahima.org/t/62294/42620216/3458/8/>. To apply, fill out an application<http://mail2.ahima.org/t/62294/42620216/4435/9/> and e-mail it with your resume to allison.vance@ahima.org<mailto:allison.vance@ahima.org>. Visit http://hicareers.com/Toolbox/advisorycouncil.aspx<http://mail2.ahima.org/t/62294/42620216/4436/10/> for more information.
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