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You may be able to immediately find the answer to your question in the list below. If you still have questions, please contact us.
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 How many continuing education credits can I get from attending the meeting?
If you attend all three days of the meeting including Exhibits, you can obtain a total of 16.0 CEUs approved by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).** In addition, there are five (5) ICD-10-CM/PCS specific sessions that apply towards AHIMA's new total CEU requirements. View sessions qualifying for ICD-10 CEUs.
Breakdown of total CEUs by day:
Mon, March 26, 2012 = 5.0 (Program)
Tue, March 27, 2012 = 5.0 (Program); 1.0 (Exhibits)*
Wed, March 28, 2012 = 5.0 (Program); 1.0 (Exhibits)*
*A total of 1 CE credit can be earned by visiting the exhibits for a minimum of 1 hour.
**AAPC CEU policy: Any event that is sponsored by the national AHIMA office or State branches (OHIMA) will be accepted by AAPC. A certificate of attendance or completion that has AHIMA or state logo is necessary to show participation, one hour of instruction is worth 1 CEU. Click Here for more information.
How far in advance do I need to register for the meeting and will there be a promo code offered?
Your registration and payment must be postmarked or submitted online by March 9, 2012 to receive the reduced Early Bird rates. Registrations without payment will not be processed. After March 9th, you may register by mail or onsite at the meeting but must pay the late fee charges and/or onsite fee. Refer to the Annual Meeting Registration section of our program for registration options.
There will not be any promo codes offered for further Annual Meeting registration discounts.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, lunch is included in your registration fee IF you indicate you want lunch when you register. Leaving this option blank on your registration form or online submission will default to no lunch. Please note that lunch is not included if you register onsite.
Will I receive confirmation that I registered for the meeting?
You will receive an email registration confirmation if you register online with your credit card. If you pay by check, you will need to register by mailing in your registration form and check - your cancelled check serves as your receipt. No registration confirmations will be sent, however, you will receive an email of access instructions for online speaker handouts 3/19/12.
Can I pay with a credit card?
Yes - Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card are accepted for pre-registration through PayPal. You do not need a PayPal account when paying online, you may pay as a PayPal 'guest' with your own credit or debit card. Credit cards are not accepted onsite. Refer to the Annual Meeting Registration section of our program for more information.
Please remember that if you use the Multiple Registrations link to make a lump sum payment for multiple registrations, their registrations will not be processed until you submit registration forms for each person attending.
Is PayPal safe for my online purchases?
Yes, PayPal leads the industry as one of the most secure methods to accept online payment. View details of how PayPal protects you as a buyer.
What should I wear?
Casual business attire is appropriate. Temperature regulation with so many different preferences of a large group is sometimes difficult in meeting rooms, so and a light jacket or sweater is recommended.
I am interested in exhibiting at the meeting, where can I find that information?
Please refer to the Exhibit Hall section of our site or contact Tobi Wood at exhibitinfo@ohima.org.
Is there a discount if I attend all 3 days of the meeting?
YES, but only if you are an active OHIMA member not already receiving a discount. Active members can deduct $60 from the total registration fee when registering for all 3 days. Full conference registration rates for active members: Early Bird (by 3/9)= $285; Late (after 3/9)= $330. Non-members (including 'certification' member category) do not qualify for the full-conference $60 discount.
How will session seating be arranged?
Each session will be set based on room size and attendance for that session. Some sessions will be set classroom style (with tables); others set theater style (only chairs). Please note that in order to accommodate all those who wish to attend Wednesday's Coding session, this room will be set with all theater seating but with added space between the chairs for optimum comfort.
How do I receive the discounted convention hotel room rate?
The convention room rate at the Hilton Columbus at Easton is $189 +tax. Reservations must be made by March 3, 2012 to receive this rate and rooms are subject to availability if the room block has been filled. Thus, you are strongly encouraged to make your reservations early. ONLINE RESERVATIONS
When is the Exhibit Hall open?
The Exhibit Hall will be open March 27 & March 28, 2012:
Tuesday, 3/27: 8:00am - 9:30am & 11:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday, 3/28: 8:00am - 1:00pm
How can I cancel my registration and receive a refund?
The deadline to submit a cancellation request is March 12 2012. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after this date. Registration fees will be refunded for the amount paid, less a $25 processing fee. Click Here to cancel your registration.
Substitution of registrants is permitted without penalty. Simply contact OHIMA and provide the name/title/facility of both the original registrant and the individual attending in his or her place.
Can I receive both the CD and printed handouts for the meeting?
No, we are offering all speaker materials electronically in lieu of the printed handouts. At the meeting, you’ll be given a cd containing speaker handouts. You’ll also receive access to the speaker presentations to download from our website allowing you to print session handouts and bring to the convention if desired. Materials will be posted online beginning March 19, 2012 and access instructions will be sent to your registered email address.
How can I sponsor an event and how much does it cost?
Sponsorships start at the $300 bronze level and extend to the $1000 gold level. Our sponsorship program has been designed to maximize your marketing opportunities and increase brand awareness and recognition for your company. Sponsorships of $300 or more increase your visibility to Ohio's 3000 health information management professionals and reinforces your presence to our 750 program attendees.
Details can be found in the Sponsorship Donation form.
What is your federal tax ID number?
OHIMA's Federal Tax Identification Number is: 31-0918571.
What if I win an exhibitor raffle prize at the show but there was nobody in the booth. How do I claim my prize?
The exhibitors have access to your contact information and they will been instructed to mail you your raffle prize.
Can exhibitors attend the educational sessions?
Yes, however for those exhibitors wishing to obtain CEUs, and access and folder of program/speaker materials - Annual Meeting program registration and payment is required for day(s) of attendance. For those exhibitors just wishing to sit in on a session or two, your exhibitor badge entitles you to do so provided there are extra seats available.
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