Pocket Glossary of Health Information and Technology

The fourth edition of AHIMA's Pocket Glossary of Health Information Management and Technology is updated to include the essential terms from foundational and emerging HIM and HIT topics. The Pocket Glossary is an essential reference tool for professionals in the healthcare field. Unique and critical vocabulary terms for health information, health informatics, and health IT are defined and described. Every term is reviewed by HIM professionals for accuracy, content, and structure. New to this edition, citations and a full reference list provide additional context and support for Pocket Glossary terms.

Key Features:

• Definitions
• Cross-references
• Acronyms (including associations and organizations)
• Excellent accompaniment to study guides
• Mobile app available

New to this edition:

• Terms related to emerging issues in healthcare such as ARRA, HITECH,and ICD-10
• ICD-10 Root Operations
• Citations and complete reference list