Credential type: certification examination · verified on the issuer's site September 19, 2026 issuer page
Exam Domains
1 Health Data Management and Governance18%
2 Health Informatics and Information Systems24%
3 Revenue Cycle Management and Compliance22%
4 Organizational Management and Leadership24%
5 Health Law, Ethics, and Integrity16%
Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice
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.
PrerequisitesGraduate of an AHIMA-accredited (CAHIIM) Bachelor's degree Health Information Management program
Retake Policy60-day waiting period between attempts. Full exam fee required for retake.