Who We Are
About CTHIMA
Connecticut Health Information Management Association (CTHIMA), a non-profit organization,
is a component state association of the American Health Information Management Association
(AHIMA). There are approximately 383 members with an additional 70 certified non-members.
The association represents health information management professionals who are responsible
for the management of patient health records in a variety of settings.
Members are experts in health information management. Most members are active members of
the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and hold a variety of
credentials issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). These
credentials are issued based on examinations which test ones experience, knowledge and
education regarding health information.
Credentials offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) are
offered in the areas of coding, health care privacy, health care security and records management.
For additional information on this exciting profession, please use the AHIMA link on the Related
Links page.
Our History
History of CTHIMA
The Connecticut Health Information Management Association was founded in Ponds Point,
New Haven, Connecticut on May 26, 1928 and was officially called Connecticut Hospital Historians
Association. We have the unique honor of being the oldest chartered state association in the
country, founded three months before the American Medical Records Association (AMRA), now known
as the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Our Mission
CTHIMA Mission Statement
The Connecticut Health Information Management Association will promote and advance national
standards set forth by AHIMA in order to foster excellence through advocacy, professional
development, innovation and leadership.
Our Vision
CTHIMA Vision Statement
As a recognized leader in Health Information Management, the Connecticut Health Information
Management Association will promote the advancement of health through quality information.
Our Values
CTHIMA Values
- Respect all members whom we serve, and all individuals with whom we work and collaborate.
- Deliver high quality services and products.
- Embrace a code of ethical health information management practice.
- Advance the importance of information to improve healthcare.