AHIMA hosts October convention and exhibit

Celebrating 75 years as an influential healthcare organization, The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) hosts its national convention and exhibit Oct. 18 - 23 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

A range of pressing issues in the field of healthcare informatics will be covered, such as coding, security, and the electronic health record. The meeting also offers attendees the opportunity to gain continuing education credits (CEUs) and participate in certification exams.

More than 200 vendors will exhibit at the event. Healthcare professionals from entry-level to middle and senior management, plus those involved in areas such as information systems, are recommended to attend.

The last day to register online is October 8; visit the association's Web Site for additional information, www.ahima.org.

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