The 85th AHIMA Convention and Exhibit drew health information management thought leaders and professionals and healthcare executives from all areas of health informatics and information management for a weeklong focus on HIM’s global transformation.

Opening ceremony speakers included Angela C. Kennedy, EdD, MBA, RHIA President/Chair, AHIMA Board of Directors and Lynne Thomas Gordon, MBA, RHIA, CAE, FACHE, FAHIMA, AHIMA CEO.

The Atlanta West Pentecostal Church Sanctuary Choir performes during the opening ceremony.

The opening ceremony started with an emotional tribute to Kathleen A. Frawley, 2013 President/Chair, AHIMA Board of Directors.

The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is the premier association of health information management (HIM) professionals worldwide. Serving 52 affiliated component state associations and more than 71,000 members, it is recognized as the leading source of "HIM knowledge," a respected authority for rigorous professional education and training.

In addition to providing resources AHIMA actively advocates for the HIM Profession, serves as a thought leader in the world of HIM and is one of the four cooperating parties responsible for the ICD-10 Coding Guidelines.

Founded in 1928 to improve health record quality, AHIMA has played a leadership role in the effective management of health data and medical records needed to deliver quality healthcare to the public.

AHIMA is working to advance the implementation of electronic health records (EHRs) by leading key industry initiatives and advocating high and consistent standards. AHIMA members stay one step ahead through AHIMA's accreditation of cutting-edge academic programs and professional development opportunities, including comprehensive continuing education.