AHIMA Answers

Membership FAQ

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Expand or collapse content Who can I contact for assistance with the Career Assist Job Board?

For questions and feedback in reference to Career Assist, job posting, and resume assistance, please call (860)-437-5700, or email [email protected].

Expand or collapse content What type of AHIMA membership is best for me?

For details on AHIMA membership options including benefits, cost, and eligibility, visit the Membership Types and Benefits page.

Expand or collapse content Are membership dues refundable?

AHIMA dues are not refundable and membership is not transferable.

If you are no longer working, and not planning to maintain your credential, please contact our Customer Relations team by email [email protected] or by phone at (800) 335-5535 to discuss your options.

Expand or collapse content Are there guidelines for AHIMA members?

AHIMA members share a common interest in the AHIMA purpose and are willing to abide by the Code of Ethics.

Also, for your reference, the following are the governing policies surrounding our Membership programs:

  • If a customer doesn’t pay membership dues for both years of their two-year recertification cycle, they are required to pay the non-member recertification fee. This also applies to any individuals whose membership expired prior to September 30th.
  • All AHIMA dues are not refundable and membership is not transferable.
Expand or collapse content Is there a membership option for organizations?

Discounts are available on membership dues for 10+ staff.

Organizations can purchase membership and recertification in one expedited order.

For more information, contact:

Vice President, Global Sales and Product Marketing

Phone: (312) 233-1153

Email: [email protected]

Expand or collapse content Is there a membership option for student groups?

If you have 10 or more health information students interested in joining AHIMA, please contact our Sales Team at [email protected].

Expand or collapse content How do I become an AHIMA member?
  1. Select your membership type.
  2. Log in to your MyAHIMA account.
  3. In the Membership section, select Join Now.
  4. You’ll be directed to the AHIMA Store/Membership Center where you can select a membership and complete your application to become a member.
Expand or collapse content How do I check my membership status?

Membership status is available online 24 hours/7 days a week. Log in to your MyAHIMA account to view your current membership status.

Expand or collapse content How often is the Journal of AHIMA published?

The Journal is published digitally on the first weekday of every month at journal.ahima.org. In addition, new content is published weekly between issues.

Expand or collapse content IRS Deduction

AHIMA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes but may be partially deductible as a business expense. AHIMA estimates that 5% of your dues payment is not deductible because of AHIMA’s lobbying activities on behalf of its members.

Expand or collapse content AHIMA Affinity Programs

AHIMA membership provides you with special discounts to valuable services. Click here to log in and find information on our member perks program. 

Expand or collapse content Dues Renewal Grace Period

Customers have a 30-day grace period to renew their AHIMA membership dues.

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