RHIA — AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator

IntermediateActiveEstablished
Issuer
AHIMA
Industry
Healthcare IT & Health Informatics
Domain
Health Information Management
Level
Intermediate
Exam fee
$299 — verified 2026-09-25

Prerequisites & eligibility

Training: CAHIIM-accredited HIM degree program

Renewal & maintenance

Valid for 2 years, 30 CEU credits per cycle, $249 renewal fee. Renew by cpe.

30 CEUs per 2-year cycle; recertification fee USD 100 (member) / 249 (non-member) for one credential; extra credentials add 10 CEUs each

Recognition

Baccalaureate-level HIM credential; the standard for HIM directors in the US and reciprocity countries

Related certifications

Career paths that include RHIA

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