In this episode of HIPcast, Amanda Stefan, MHI, RHIA, FACHDM and Dr. Karen Lankisch, RHIA, CHDA, CPC, CEHRS, CPPM, share their experience in building competency-based education for the future of the HI Profession. We also discuss strategies to engage students and support them through their HI education journey. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Dr. Rebecca Reynolds shares how the HI Profession is a Health Data Science field and how K-12 educators are seeking data science fields for their students. The conversation referenced a white paper about data science you can find here https://www.nsta.org/nstas-official-positions/data-science.  #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this bonus episode of HIPcast, Shannan and Seth discuss the 2025 HIP Week and the AHIMA Awards. We encourage all HIPcast listeners to consider an HI Professional to nominate for an AHIMA or Component State award. Happy HIP Week to all of our HIPcast listeners. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

Resources:

https://hipweek.ahima.org/

https://hipweek.ahima.org/media/ynrjqbyc/2025-hip-week-toolkit-2.pdf

https://www.ahima.org/who-we-are/triumph-awards/

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In this episode of HIPcast, Ann Nowlin, provides her experience as the Executive Director for seven Component Associations of AHIMA. Ann shares her passion for volunteering within the HI Profession encouraging all to build your HI community through your state association. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Lisa Chapdelaine, shares her journey in HI starting from a temp clerk to now leading HI. We also discuss the fun and the challenges of health information in community-based care. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Jami Woekenberg, shares her experience finding the Health Information profession and working her way to the top. Jami leads the HIM Operations at one of the largest health systems in the country and is an inspiring leader for all HI Professionals. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Susan Clark, the Health IT Rockstar, shares her experience as an HI Professional leading in the Health IT world. This podcast explores the work of DirectTrust and the vital role the HI Professional plays in setting standards for health information. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Dr. Faisal Hussain, shares his experience leading Wellstar’s enterprise CDI program. We discuss the challenges and the future of CDI along with the philosophy of a strong enterprise CDI program. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Glenn Krauss, shares his experience in Clinical Documentation Improvement across the country. Glenn also challenges the future role of the HI Professional in CDI and the evolving Physician Documentation Excellence programs. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.

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In this episode of HIPcast, Diann Smith, shares her experience as a leader in the Health Information profession. Diann has served in many leadership roles within the profession and is an inspiration to many. #HIPcast with Shannan and Seth.