RHIT Prep Session Part I. Sandra Brightwell, M.Ed., RHIA Tracy Domino, M.Ed., RHIA June 24, 2016

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1 RHIT Prep Session Part I Sandra Brightwell, M.Ed., RHIA Tracy Domino, M.Ed., RHIA June 24, 2016

2 Topics of Session I AHIMA membership benefits Scholarship Opportunities AHIMA certification website RHIT Test Application Steps Test Taking Tips Advice from recently credentialed RHITs AzHIMA Exam Reimbursement Program Maintenance of credential

3 Benefits for Student Members of AHIMA Save money on Certification exams Textbooks Meeting registrations and more Connect with other HIM professionals Network through Engage Online Communities Component State Association (CSA) membership Volunteer with AHIMA Prepare for a successful career Career Prep Webinars Salary Study Mentor Program Career Prep Workbook Get a job Career Assist Job Bank AHIMA s Career Map Virtual Career Fairs Students can join for $45 per year

4 AzHIMA Merit Scholarship $500 awards Online Application Due Annually in May

5 AHIMA Certification Information Eligibility Early Testing Application Exam Fee $299 or $229 Register Online ADA Accommodation Information Exam Application Checklist

6 Preparing for the Exam AHIMA EXAM APPLICATION CHECKLIST Read Candidate Guide Apply for exam Submit all paperwork necessary (transcripts, resume, and other documentation) Upon receipt of authorization to test (ATT), read it completely Schedule exam with Pearson VUE Verify what materials are needed at the testing center Verify time and date of exam

7 Arizona Pearson VUE Locations Pearson Professional Centers-Chandler AZ 2121 W. Chandler Boulevard Suite 209 Portico Place-2121 Building Chandler, Arizona Pearson Professional Centers-Phoenix AZ 2501 West Dunlap Avenue Suite 260 Phoenix, Arizona Pearson Professional Centers-Tucson AZ 5210 East Williams Circle Suite 722 Merrill Lynch Building Tucson, Arizona 85711

8 Before the exam Day of the exam Advice from newly credentialed RHIT

9 Exam Scoring Scoring FAQ Determination of the Passing Score and Notification of Results After you have finished the exam and completed the evaluation of your testing experience, you will be instructed to report to the TCA to receive your score report. The score report will include your photograph and examination results indicating "pass" or "fail". Your score report will not include your performance on the pre-test questions, nor will these pre-test questions be used to determine your pass/fail status. Passing Scores Note: Immediate scoring is available for all examinations, unless the exam is in a beta period. Please refer to the exam's home page for any announcements. (If applicable, when sufficient candidate volume has been reached, final scoring audits will be conducted, the passing score will be set, and the score reports will be mailed to candidates. From this point forward, score reports will be issued at the assessment centers upon completion of the examination.) RHIT: The current passing scaled score for the RHIT examination is 300 out of 400.

10 RHIT/RHIA Exam Reimbursement Program Eligible candidates will meet ALL of the following criteria at the time of their application: Be a Student Member or New Graduate member of both AHIMA and AzHIMA, in good standing (AHIMA and AzHIMA dues have been paid) at the time of their application and at the time of the semi-annual draw. Student must have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above Student will have passed his/her RHIA or RHIT credentialing exam within 180 days after graduation from any CAHIIM accredited RHIA or RHIT program.

11 Maintaining Your RHIT CEU Requirements for Single Credential RHIT 20 CEUs CEU Requirements for Multiple Credentials If you have more than one AHIMA credential, you must earn ten (10) additional CEUs per credential during your two-year recertification cycle. These CEUs may not be duplicated or used for more than one credential.

12 Certification Cycles Initial Cycle The initial recertification cycle for newly credentialed certificants (first credential obtained) begins the day after the credential is awarded, plus the additional two (2) calendar year recertification period. A credential is awarded when a candidate: Passes the certification examination, OR Passes the certification examination AND has successfully completed the academic requirements of an HIIM program accredited by CAHIIM (RHIA and RHIT early testing candidates). The academic prerequisite is confirmed when an official transcript is submitted and approved. Ongoing Cycle The recertification cycle for subsequently obtained credential(s) begins with the next cycle date for the first or initial credential. The next cycle date begins on January 1, and ends on December 31, of the following year.

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14 Topics of Session II RHIT Exam Practice Questions Use Smartphone for interactive session Download free kahoot.it on to your Smartphone Enter game PIN number Answer questions at increasing speed Review of available exam prep materials Prize Drawing for RHIT Exam Prep Books

15 RHIT Exam Prep Questions-Interactive Session Load kahoot.it on your smart phone Enter in PIN Get ready, set go!

16 Suggested RHIT Review Guides Professional Review Guide-Cengage RHIT Exam Preparation-AHIMA Press RHIA & RHIT Exam Prep-JB Review

17 Drawing for 2 RHIT Exam Prep Books

18 Sandra Brightwell, M.Ed., RHIA Tracy Domino, M.Ed., RHIA