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From testing and contact tracing to disease surveillance and population health management, an effective COVID-19 response rests on accurate and complete health information. Health information professionals are ideally positioned to navigate the complexities of health information, bridge data silos, and connect clinical teams.
These critical capabilities inform patient engagement efforts, determine the allocation of vital resources, and shape policy decisions. AHIMA supports our community through the creation of unique assets and resources, equipping health information professionals with the vetted resources necessary to mount an effective COVID-19 response.
Latest on COVID-19
March 1, 2021
COVID-19 News and Resources
This page offers health information management professionals an authoritative source for healthcare-relevant news, resources, strategies, and perspectives on the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated 5/22/22
Resources from AHIMA
Donate to HIRO Fund to Assist HIM Community During Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic presents an unprecedented type of natural disaster and could result in wide-reaching and adverse economic consequences for individuals and their families. In the coming months, the Foundation will utilize the Fund to help.
Guidance from AHIMA for State Associations Planning Meetings
AHIMA is committed to providing our CSAs with the appropriate tools and resources to respond to the growing concern of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the US.
April 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020
March 23, 2020
Release of Information Recommendations
AHIMA developed these recommendations to help health information management professionals safeguard the integrity of their health systems’ quality control practices and help patients comply with increasingly widespread shelter-in-place orders.
Webinar
AHIMA Webinar Addresses COVID-19 Medical Record Documentation Challenges
A new AHIMA webinar, “Best Practices for Health Record Management in COVID-19,” aims to help health information professionals learn strategies for success in improving documentation during COVID-19.
AHIMA Releases CDI Query Templates for COVID-19
AHIMA supports CDI professionals by easing administrative burden and providing clear guidelines for the critical data needed to care for and treat COVID-19 patients.
December 14, 2020
AHIMA and AHA FAQ: ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding for COVID-19
The recently updated FAQs were jointly developed and approved by the American Hospital Association’s Central Office on ICD-10-CM/PCS and AHIMA.
March 24, 2020
Telehealth and Relaxed HIPAA Enforcement During COVID-19
AHIMA privacy and security experts convened to make sense of new and existing guidance surrounding telehealth and HIPAA to deal with COVID-19.
Donate to HIRO Fund to Assist HIM Community During Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic presents an unprecedented type of natural disaster and could result in wide-reaching and adverse economic consequences for individuals and their families. In the coming months, the Foundation will utilize the Fund to help.
Guidance from AHIMA for State Associations Planning Meetings
AHIMA is committed to providing our CSAs with the appropriate tools and resources to respond to the growing concern of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the US.
April 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020
March 23, 2020
Release of Information Recommendations
AHIMA developed these recommendations to help health information management professionals safeguard the integrity of their health systems’ quality control practices and help patients comply with increasingly widespread shelter-in-place orders.
Webinar
AHIMA Webinar Addresses COVID-19 Medical Record Documentation Challenges
A new AHIMA webinar, “Best Practices for Health Record Management in COVID-19,” aims to help health information professionals learn strategies for success in improving documentation during COVID-19.
AHIMA Releases CDI Query Templates for COVID-19
AHIMA supports CDI professionals by easing administrative burden and providing clear guidelines for the critical data needed to care for and treat COVID-19 patients.
December 14, 2020
AHIMA and AHA FAQ: ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding for COVID-19
The recently updated FAQs were jointly developed and approved by the American Hospital Association’s Central Office on ICD-10-CM/PCS and AHIMA.
March 24, 2020
Telehealth and Relaxed HIPAA Enforcement During COVID-19
AHIMA privacy and security experts convened to make sense of new and existing guidance surrounding telehealth and HIPAA to deal with COVID-19.
Donate to HIRO Fund to Assist HIM Community During Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic presents an unprecedented type of natural disaster and could result in wide-reaching and adverse economic consequences for individuals and their families. In the coming months, the Foundation will utilize the Fund to help.
Guidance from AHIMA for State Associations Planning Meetings
AHIMA is committed to providing our CSAs with the appropriate tools and resources to respond to the growing concern of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the US.
April 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Public Guidance & Resources
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Partner Toolkit
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is taking action to protect the health and safety of our nation’s patients and providers in the wake of the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Journal of AHIMA
Summary of CMS Waivers for Health Information Professionals
Pursuant to authority granted under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the Secretary has authorized additional telehealth waivers.
Wolters Kluwer
MediRegs COVID-19 Regulatory Search
Our primary goal during this time is to be proactive regarding the health and safety of our customers and our employees. We also remain committed to providing.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
New COVID Policies Due to Provisions of the Cares Act
This resource describes certain provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that relate to IPPS hospitals, LTCHs, and IRFs. These provisions are Sections 3710 and 3711 of the CARES Act.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Get the Facts About Coronavirus
Take steps to care for yourself and help protect others in your home and community.
World Health Organization
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic
Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority.
US Department of Health & Human Services
HHS Issues Limited Waiver of HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties During COVID-19 Outbreak
The Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) outbreak imposes additional challenges on health care providers. Often questions arise about the ability of entities covered by the HIPAA regulations...
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials
Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers
Introductory online course for entry-level COVID-19 contact tracers, for use by health agencies in rapid training of new contact tracers.
American Medical Association
US Department of Health & Human Services
HHS Issues Enforcement Discretion for Telehealth Remote Communications During COVID-19 Outbreak
We are empowering medical providers to serve patients wherever they are during this national public health emergency. We are especially concerned about reaching those most at risk...
American Society of Association Executives
Issue Roundup: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
As the worldwide COVID-19 crisis continues, associations are experiencing drastic impacts on their conferences, membership, and operations. These resources are compiled here to help you stay informed.
American Medical Association
Special Coding Advice During COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
The coding scenarios in this document are designed to apply best coding practices. The American Medical Association (AMA) has worked to ensure that all payors are applying the greatest flexibility...
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Partner Toolkit
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is taking action to protect the health and safety of our nation’s patients and providers in the wake of the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Journal of AHIMA
Summary of CMS Waivers for Health Information Professionals
Pursuant to authority granted under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the Secretary has authorized additional telehealth waivers.
Wolters Kluwer
MediRegs COVID-19 Regulatory Search
Our primary goal during this time is to be proactive regarding the health and safety of our customers and our employees. We also remain committed to providing.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
New COVID Policies Due to Provisions of the Cares Act
This resource describes certain provisions of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that relate to IPPS hospitals, LTCHs, and IRFs. These provisions are Sections 3710 and 3711 of the CARES Act.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Get the Facts About Coronavirus
Take steps to care for yourself and help protect others in your home and community.
World Health Organization
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic
Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority.
US Department of Health & Human Services
HHS Issues Limited Waiver of HIPAA Sanctions and Penalties During COVID-19 Outbreak
The Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) outbreak imposes additional challenges on health care providers. Often questions arise about the ability of entities covered by the HIPAA regulations...
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials
Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers
Introductory online course for entry-level COVID-19 contact tracers, for use by health agencies in rapid training of new contact tracers.
American Medical Association
US Department of Health & Human Services
HHS Issues Enforcement Discretion for Telehealth Remote Communications During COVID-19 Outbreak
We are empowering medical providers to serve patients wherever they are during this national public health emergency. We are especially concerned about reaching those most at risk...
American Society of Association Executives
Issue Roundup: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
As the worldwide COVID-19 crisis continues, associations are experiencing drastic impacts on their conferences, membership, and operations. These resources are compiled here to help you stay informed.
American Medical Association
Special Coding Advice During COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
The coding scenarios in this document are designed to apply best coding practices. The American Medical Association (AMA) has worked to ensure that all payors are applying the greatest flexibility...
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Partner Toolkit
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is taking action to protect the health and safety of our nation’s patients and providers in the wake of the 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Journal of AHIMA
Summary of CMS Waivers for Health Information Professionals
Pursuant to authority granted under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the Secretary has authorized additional telehealth waivers.
Wolters Kluwer
MediRegs COVID-19 Regulatory Search
Our primary goal during this time is to be proactive regarding the health and safety of our customers and our employees. We also remain committed to providing.
Related Content
January 27, 2021
New COVID-19 Codes To Be Implemented Soon
In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are implementing six new ICD-10-CM and 21 new ICD-10-PCS codes, effective January 1, 2021.
January 27, 2021
COVID-19 ICD-10-CM Coding Timeline for Outpatient Services
When COVID-19 emerged in early 2020, new ICD-10-CM codes to identify this condition were not available. Subsequent ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines for reporting COVID-19 changed many times as the pandemic evolved throughout 2020.
January 4, 2021
The Impact of COVID-19 on Health Information Management
The pandemic’s impact on the US healthcare system was epochal, the effects of which will reverberate long after COVID-19 ceases to be a public health emergency.