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O.H.I.M.A.
HISTORY/FACTS
RECOGNIZED LEADERS IN HEALTH INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
THE OHRA
The Association was formed in 1935 to improve and promote the art and science
of health record administration and standards of practice in Health Record
Administration. The Association has represented Health Record professionals
in Ontario for over 50 years. The membership of the Ontario Health Record
Association are leaders in health information management and are experts
in:
· classification systems (ICD-10-CA/CCI)
· grouping methodologies
· data analysis for decision making
· data quality and standards
· documentation
· utilization management
· interpretation and reporting of health related statistics
· privacy and information security
· patient information systems
· the electronic health record
Decades of growth and development in the practice, process, education and
management of Health Information provided members with expertise in every
aspect of Health Information Management. As new technology continues to emerge,
members are continuously challenged in meeting the demands.
OHRA'S MISSION
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To provide leadership in Health Information
Management
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To actively promote the Association
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To provide and support educational
opportunities
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To maintain strong partnerships with all
stakeholders in the health information field
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To make recommendations on issues relating
to the management of health information
WHO WE ARE
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Certified Health Information Professionals
of the Canadian College of Health Record Administrators (CCHRA)
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Health Information Professionals who "possess
a unique blend of knowledge encompassing biomedical sciences, information
sciences, legal aspects of health information and the integration of clinical
and financial information"
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As leaders of Health Information Management,
our members work in a variety of environments:
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hospital networks
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community health clinics
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government agencies
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educational institutions
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law offices
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insurance companies
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pharmaceutical companies
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long term care facilities
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rehabilitation centers
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computer software and hardware
vendors
HEALTH INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS
The Membership of the Ontario Health Record Association strive to be the
leaders in Health Information Management through educational sessions and
continuing education. They promote their expertise by speaking at relevant
peer professional groups and communicating standards for record keeping and
quality health information management. Health Information Professionals:
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manage health information services in health
facilities
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use computer technologies to capture, manage
and analyze data
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provide essential information for financial
and management planning, quality improvement and utilization review
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provide a consultative service to the health
care community
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interpret healthcare legislation and develop
corresponding policies and procedures
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advise on matters of privacy and security
requirements for patient information
WHAT DOES OHRA DO?
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Actively promote the Association and its
goals by maintaining open communication with its members by means of
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Communicate, network and work collaboratively
with the Ministry of Health, CIHI, JPPC, OHA, CHIMA and other significant
stakeholders to influence decisions related to the management of health
information
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Recognize excellence in health information
management
ALLIANCES
The Ontario Health Record Association prides itself on keeping open
communications with other health care colleagues around the province. The
Ontario Health Record Association has received Allied Group status with the
Ontario Hospital Association. The purpose of the Allied Group within the
OHA structure is to maintain a mutually beneficial relationship. We will
work with the OHA on management issues, policy development and educational
opportunities.
As a provincial Association we also work closely with the Canadian Health
Record Association and the Alliance of Health Record Associations of Canada
to ensure that issues of national importance to Health Record Professionals
are identified, reviewed and reported on.
OHRA STRUCTURE
The Ontario Health Record Association is arranged into 6 Regional Groups
throughout the province. This allows for specific issues and educational
opportunities to be organized and reviewed at the Regional Level. The
communication between the Regional Group and the Executive of the Ontario
Health Record Association is critical to ensure that the membership is aware
of all issues affecting us.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS is comprised of 1 representative (Chair) from each Region.
Each Regional Chair is responsible for a portfolio -
Regional Vice-Chairs are responsible for
planning and coordinating regional programs for their membership
Communication between the Regional Groups and the Executive of the Ontario
Health Record Association is critical to ensure that the membership is aware
of all issues affecting health information professionals
Until recently and since 1935, the following emblem represented us as our
OHRA logo.
In October 2003, the membership voted in favour of a name change to more
accurately reflect the daily reality of Health Information Professionals
(HIP) and to bring the Ontario Association in line with the National organization
of CHIMA, formerly CHRA. A call to the membership for a new logo with a more
modern and updated design brought forth the following approved new logo for
the Ontario Health Information Management Association. We wanted to keep
the traditional green color. If you look closely at the logo, you will see
all of the letters within the ohima name. Congratulations to Joan Reay who
designed the chosen entry.
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