Health Information Personnel Practice Test

To become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), which organization’s certification is required?

1. American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

2. American Medical Association (AMA)

3. National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)

4. National Health Information Center (NHIC)

5. International Health Care Certification (IHCC)

6. Medical Certification Commission (MCC)

The correct answer is: American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

The correct answer is the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) because it is the organization that offers the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. This certification is highly regarded in the health information management field and demonstrates a professional's expertise in coding, which involves assigning standardized codes to medical diagnoses and procedures. AHIMA provides the necessary resources, guidelines, and examinations to ensure that those who achieve CCS certification have the skills and knowledge required to excel in medical coding. Other organizations listed may have various healthcare-related certifications or roles but do not specifically provide the CCS credential. For example, the American Medical Association focuses on physician-related certifications, while the National Board of Medical Examiners primarily deals with the certification of medical professionals. The role of the National Health Information Center and similar entities differs from certification roles, as they may focus on health information dissemination or management rather than coding certification.