Join us for an AHDI Town Hall Meeting

Date: March 16, 2010
Presenter: Susan M Lucci, RHIT, CMT, AHDI-F
Time: 3:00 PM PST / 6:00 PM EST
Duration: 1 Hour
Registration Close: March 11, 2010
Cost: FREE
CE Given: N/A

Register now to discuss current events in healthcare, advocacy and board initiatives.

AHDI Leaders – Top 10 in HIM

When ADVANCE for HIM magazine releases its annual “Top 10 in HIM” list, the result is a snapshot of HIM professionals whose expertise and contributions to the health information management domain have uniquely set them apart from their peers. AHDI is proud to announce that our two highest ranking elected leaders have made the 2010 list. AHDI President Susan Lucci, RHIT, CMT, AHDI-F, and AHDI Speaker of the House Bonnie Monico, CMT, AHDI-F, are among those identified as the best of the best in our sector. Both of these leaders have earned a personal and professional reputation for high-impact efforts not just in the workplace but more broadly in the profession through leadership and volunteerism with industry associations, such as AHIMA and AHDI. We are very proud that ADVANCE has chosen to acknowledge their fine work and expertise, which reflects well not only on them as individuals but also on AHDI. The success of any association is measured in its leadership. Please join us in congratulating these amazing leaders!

To read the ADVANCE “Top 10 in HIM” list and listen to audio insights from the Top 10, click here.

Regional Event: November 14, 2009—Madison, WI. Register Early and Save $20

AHDI is proud to present a regional event in partnership with the AHDI Wisconsin/Minnesota Chapter on Saturday November 14, 2009, in Madison, WI. This program offers educational sessions for both students and practicing MTs, as well as opportunities to network and share best practices with fellow attendees and the AHDI National Board of Directors. The keynote presentation will be given by AHDI/MTIA CEO, Peter Preziosi, PhD, CAE, and 2009 AHDI President Susan Lucci, RHIT, CMT, AHDI-F. These dynamic leaders will discuss "The Future of Health Information—Where Does the MT Fit," a presentation that takes a serious look at the major changes and challenges on the horizon for the healthcare documentation industry, as well as the new opportunities available for MTs who are ready to grow and evolve their careers. Come share in the vision and direction for our association and the industry in Madison, while seizing the opportunity for professional growth and development in our rapidly evolving field of healthcare documentation. Save $20 by registering before November 2nd.

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National MT Week Greeting from AHDI President Susan Lucci

Happy National Medical Transcriptionist Week 2009!

This is the week that has been set aside for us to celebrate our profession as key contributors on the healthcare delivery team. And although we don’t provide hands-on patient care, the documentation we provide and the quality and completeness in the preparation as well as the quick turnaround time that we provide helps to ensure every member of the team has the information they need to make the next decision for the patient. This is critical not only on this patient encounter but for many subsequent visits and ongoing care. Did you know that we share this week with National Emergency Medical Services? Did you also know that last week was National Women’s Health Week as well as National Hospital Week? It seems that we are in very good company! This year, probably more importantly than any other year, we must collectively and collaboratively be engaged in our careers and profession with healthcare reform agendas rapidly taking shape.

While we take this week to celebrate, let us also take this week to actively shape our future and our evolving roles. Let’s continue to leverage our expertise and stake our claim in this new era of health care.

On behalf of our association, we thank you for your continued interest, support and dedication in playing a vital role in patient safety. You make a difference, every day. Have a great week!

Susan Lucci, RHIT, CMT, AHDI-F
2009 AHDI President