IHRIM - Institute of Health Records and Information Management

13/10/2025

Do NHS leaders have access to the right data and is it of sufficient quality to support the decisions they make about how healthcare is delivered?

Are there enough data and informatics professionals across the NHS, and do they have the right skills?

What actions should we prioritise to improve data quality and availability?

These were some of the topics discussed by informatics and finance leaders at a recent roundtable, run jointly by the HFMA and the Federation for Informatics Professionals in Health and Social Care (FEDIP).

Read the full roundtable publication on value-based healthcare:

What data is needed to achieve best value in healthcare? Informatics and finance leaders met to discuss at a roundtable run by the HFMA and FEDIP.

13/10/2025

🌟 New HPCA Programme Launch: Change Under Pressure🌟
HPCA has announced the upcoming launch of their Change Under Pressure Support Programme, a blended offer of free resources, low-cost training and premium organisational support.

The programme is designed to:
• Enable organisations to deliver mandated reforms cost-effectively.
• Support NHS staff through change, building resilience and transferable skills.
• Offer affordable, high-value support to the NHS.

As part of this programme, they are hosting a series of free monthly Change Resilience Webinars.

📅 Starting on 11 November, 12:00–13:00
Topic: Building Change Resilience in Times of NHS Transformation
With Jo Stanford, HPCA CEO
Equip yourself and your teams with practical tools and techniques to strengthen resilience in the face of uncertainty and pressure. Drawing on neuroscience for leading change, this session will provide insights into how the brain responds to challenge and how to harness positive psychological strategies to sustain both performance and wellbeing.

📌 Upcoming Free Events
Free Workshops

🟡Information Governance as an Enabler, not a Barrier – How to Collaborate Effectively with IG to Drive Project Success
With Adam Tuckett, Information Governance Consultancy Lead, NHS South Central & West
📅 23 October, 13:00 – 15:00

This interactive workshop will share lessons learned when supporting new programmes and projects, with practical advice on how IG can become a supportive enabler. Topics include:
• Building effective working relationships with IG
• Defining proposed uses of data
• Data Protection Impact Assessments
• Clarifying roles and responsibilities
• Understanding overlaps between project outputs and IG requirements
• Assessing and managing risk
The session will include interactive activities as well as time for Q&A.

All sessions are free and open to anyone working in health and care, please do share with colleagues who may benefit.

10/10/2025

01/09/2025

IHRIM's September Newsletter is out now!

In This Newsletter:
• IHRIM Organisational Membership
• Launch of The Clinical Coding Leaders' Network (CCLN)
• FEDIP Professional Registration Workshops
• PRSB: Tech Talks Online Event
• IHRIM Vacancy - Associate Director of Communications
• Members & Partner Organisations Advertising
• FEDIP Digital Registration Process For IHRIM Members
• Federation for Informatics Professionals (FEDIP)
• The International Federation of Health Information Management Associations (IFHIMA)
• IHRIM Membership - Join Us!
• Events - HCUK

https://mailchi.mp/zen/welcome-to-ihrims-sept-2025-newsletter-6746459

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When: Thursday 4 September from 12-1pm Where: Online This event aims to share opinions and insights and explore the opportunities offered by PRSB standards. We’ll spark conversation on ‘healthcare integration’ and how standards can help ensure consistent documentation to support interoperabili...

31/08/2025

The Clinical Coding Leadership Network (CCLN) has launched.

Hosted by AphA and founded by Katie Campbell ACC, TAP.dip LFEDIP and Carolyn (Caz) Cooper ACC, MBA, FCMI senior leaders, the network was created to provide a unified voice and strategic support in response to growing challenges in the field.

The mission:

Unify and elevate the voice of clinical coding leaders across healthcare sectors.

Address workforce challenges, including shortages, retention, and career development.

Prepare the profession for the future

Promote high-quality, assured data to enable safe, effective, and trusted digital transformation.

Together, we can empower coders, connect leaders, and transform healthcare data.

If you are a current senior Clinical Coding professional, aspirant Clinical Coding leaders and all those with a particular interest in shaping the future of Clinical Coding, the CCLN want to hear from you!

To find out more & sign up to the Clinical Coding Leaders' Network

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

13/07/2025

IHRIM's July Newsletter is out now!

In This Newsletter:
• Northern Care Alliance Launches Data Quality Cafés
• March 2025 NCCQ Examination
• FEDIP Professional Registration Workshops
• PRSB Single Patient Record (SPR) Consultation - Summary
• IHRIM Vacancy - Associate Director of Communications
• New Service Available - Members & Partner Organisations
• Reminder: FEDIP Digital Registration Process
• Federation for Informatics Professionals (FEDIP)
• IFHIMA
• IHRIM Membership - Join Us!
• Events

https://mailchi.mp/zen/welcome-to-ihrims-july-2025-newsletter-6745882

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PRSB hosted an event on 14.5.25 to gather views and feedback from Partners and Members about the newly released Single Patient Record (SPR) Consultation.

02/07/2025

The PRSB have two surveys live which will form part of their consultation on behalf of NHS England on the Canonical Data Model.

There are two surveys - one focuses on the part of the NHS Canonical Data Model related to provision of equipment and assistive technology, and the other focuses on the part related to theatre activity and resources.

If you would like to contribute – please find the links to the surveys below:
NHS Canonical Data Model – Provision of Equipment & Assistive Technology
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HDT2YKR
NHS Canonical Data Model – Theatres & Resources Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6XZKFNW

Please Note: Both surveys close on 11th July 2025

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28/06/2025

Volunteer Opportunities with IFHIMA

IFHIMA has announced new opportunities for volunteers that promise to engage members in meaningful activities and foster professional growth. This initiative caters to individuals exploring digital health advancements. Below is a detailed description of the available roles and their significance.

Digital Health Community of Practice (COP)

The Digital Health COP is an inclusive opportunity accessible to all IFHIMA members, irrespective of their membership category. This includes individuals affiliated with IFHIMA through member nations and regional island networks. The COP aims to cultivate discussions and collaborations around digital health, a field that is increasingly vital in the modern healthcare landscape.

Available Roles

> COP Leader: Spearheads initiatives, sets agendas, and ensures the COP achieves its objectives.

> COP Secretariat: Manages administrative tasks, supports the COP leader, and ensures smooth operations.

> Co-Leader: Collaborates with the leader to drive discussions and contribute to the strategic direction of the COP.

These positions are fundamental to shaping the topics of discussion within the COP and ensuring that members benefit from engaging and insightful conversations. Whether you are an experienced professional or someone eager to delve into digital health, these roles offer a platform to contribute to a thriving community.

How to Apply

Interested IFHIMA members can fill out the designated form below to express their interest and be considered for leadership positions. By joining this initiative, volunteers will not only enhance their expertise but also contribute to advancing the global dialogue on digital health.

Applications are due by 15 July 2025.

https://ifhima.org/call-for-volunteers-community-of-practice/

Why Volunteer with IFHIMA?

Volunteering with IFHIMA provides a unique opportunity to:

> Network with professionals and thought leaders in the field of health information management.

> Gain international exposure and professional recognition.

> Contribute to impactful discussions and initiatives that shape the future of health information.

> Enhance personal skills and expertise in digital health and content creation.

Lorraine Fernandes, RHIA

IFHIMA Past President (2019-2021) & Communications Chair

Call For Volunteers-Community of Practice (COP)   Call for volunteers-Digital Health Community of Practice (COP) Name(Required) First Last Credentials or academic degree(s) Max 100 words(Required)Email(Required) Country(Required)Are you an Associate (Individual member) of IFHIMA(Required) Yes No Ar...