Exam Domains

1 Health Data Structure, Content and Standards Weight not published

2 Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy and Security Weight not published

3 Informatics, Analytics and Data Use Weight not published

4 Revenue Management and Reimbursement Weight not published

5 Leadership Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice, Medical Record Coding (CCS only)

FormatLinear (computer-based)

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsOne government-issued photo ID with full name. Name must match AHIMA registration exactly.

RenewalRequired -- Complete required CEUs (Continuing Education Units) every 2 years and pay annual certification maintenance fee. CEUs earned through AHIMA-approved education, conferences, and professional activities.

PrerequisitesNo formal prerequisites listed; healthcare data or HIM background recommended (recommended)

Retake Policy60-day waiting period between attempts. Full exam fee required for retake.

LanguagesEnglish

Clinical Data Specialist (CDS) (CDS) Exam Blueprint

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