Health Information Associates

Health Information Associates Health Information Associates (HIA) is a privately held company that was founded in 1992 by Betsy Bailey, RHIA and her father, Deane Beamer, MHA.

Since 1992, HIA has been the leading provider of compliance audits, coding support services and clinical documentation audit services for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, physician groups and other healthcare entities. Prior to 1992, Betsy held Director of HIM positions at two hospitals in Virginia. Deane has over thirty years of experience as an administrator working in various hospitals throughout the Southeast. The HIA family knows what counts – experience, commitment, integrity, and education. The success we’ve experienced these past 30 years is due in large part to our dedication to these values. We’ve set them as our standards in everything we do, and they are the reason we can provide the highest quality coding review and support services in the industry. When clients can depend on quality services delivered the right way, they find success, and that’s how we measure our own.

Neurostimulator coding can get complex fast.Our latest CPT Guidelines Review breaks down key distinctions between system...
12/04/2025

Neurostimulator coding can get complex fast.

Our latest CPT Guidelines Review breaks down key distinctions between system types, separately reportable programming, and correct code selection for spinal and peripheral placements. Watch the short video, then take the quiz to test your knowledge. ⚡🧠
https://hubs.ly/Q03NLL6-0

Real-world audit challenges can slow down progress: scattered reports, inconsistent processes, and denials without clear...
12/02/2025

Real-world audit challenges can slow down progress: scattered reports, inconsistent processes, and denials without clear causes.

With Atom Audit, you can turn these hurdles into wins—streamlining workflows, standardizing reporting, and uncovering trends that make a difference.

See how in our latest blog: https://hubs.ly/Q03MLk1m0

Deal-hunting: successful. Functioning: pending.
11/28/2025

Deal-hunting: successful. Functioning: pending.

May your Thanksgiving be bright, your plate be plentiful, and your post-feast shuffle be worth it.Happy Thanksgiving fro...
11/27/2025

May your Thanksgiving be bright, your plate be plentiful, and your post-feast shuffle be worth it.
Happy Thanksgiving from HIA! 🦃

Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening coding continues to evolve, and coders need to stay aligned with current guidelines.Re...
11/25/2025

Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening coding continues to evolve, and coders need to stay aligned with current guidelines.

Recent updates include:
- Removal of barium e***a codes
- Coverage for CT colonography
- Addition of blood-based biomarker screenings

Understanding these changes helps ensure claim accuracy, reduce denial risks, and support audit readiness.

Read the full overview in our blog: https://hubs.ly/Q03MKFSp0

Meet Hoa Brown, Provider Consultant at HIA. Each day, Hoa helps promote accuracy and consistency across coding and docum...
11/24/2025

Meet Hoa Brown, Provider Consultant at HIA. Each day, Hoa helps promote accuracy and consistency across coding and documentation, supporting both clients and colleagues with her expertise. At HIA, we’re grateful for associates like Hoa, whose knowledge and teamwork help drive continued success.

Looking to advance your career with a company that values education, integrity, and connection? Apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q03Q_85p0

Clot removal coding isn’t always straightforward.Our latest CPT Guidelines Review includes a quick video that explains p...
11/20/2025

Clot removal coding isn’t always straightforward.

Our latest CPT Guidelines Review includes a quick video that explains primary vs. secondary procedure coding, separately reportable procedures, and coding for initial vs. subsequent days of treatment—plus a short quiz to test your knowledge. 🎥📝 https://hubs.ly/Q03M7ZC00

Swing bed facilities play a unique role in healthcare—especially in small or rural hospitals. But coding these encounter...
11/18/2025

Swing bed facilities play a unique role in healthcare—especially in small or rural hospitals. But coding these encounters comes with challenges that differ from both acute care and SNF settings.

Learn how to assign the right principal diagnosis, when to use Z codes vs. injury codes, and why coding accuracy matters for compliance and reimbursement.

Read the full blog: https://hubs.ly/Q03JX0yv0

Not every condition that occurs after surgery is a complication. 🩺Our latest blog breaks down how to distinguish true co...
11/13/2025

Not every condition that occurs after surgery is a complication. 🩺

Our latest blog breaks down how to distinguish true complications from expected outcomes, with practical tips on documentation, queries, and accurate ICD-10-CM coding.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03JNv3H0

Honoring the dedication, courage, and service of our veterans today and every day. Thank you for your unwavering commitm...
11/11/2025

Honoring the dedication, courage, and service of our veterans today and every day. Thank you for your unwavering commitment.

Peripheral vascular disease shows up often, and small wording can change the code. Our blog covers when I73.9 is the rig...
11/11/2025

Peripheral vascular disease shows up often, and small wording can change the code. Our blog covers when I73.9 is the right call for vague PVD, how to code diabetic PVD without gangrene (E11.51), and why capturing only the most severe manifestation keeps you accurate for risk adjustment and audits. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03JBgp_0

Meet Alicia Stein, Outpatient Coding Specialist at HIA. Every day, Alicia applies her expertise to ensure precision and ...
11/10/2025

Meet Alicia Stein, Outpatient Coding Specialist at HIA. Every day, Alicia applies her expertise to ensure precision and consistency in outpatient coding. At HIA, we’re proud of dedicated associates like Alicia, whose commitment to quality and teamwork strengthens everything we do.

Ready to grow your career with a company that values knowledge, integrity, and collaboration? Apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q03Q_1d90

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The HIA family knows what counts – experience, commitment, integrity, and education. The success we’ve experienced these past 25 years is due in large part to our dedication to these values. We’ve set them as our standards in everything we do, and they are the reason we can provide the highest quality coding review and support services in the industry. When clients can depend on quality services delivered the right way, they find success, and that’s how we measure our own.

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