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.

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

CPT modifiers, made simple. Use this quick reference to spot common mistakes, apply modifiers correctly, and reduce rewo...
11/06/2025

CPT modifiers, made simple. Use this quick reference to spot common mistakes, apply modifiers correctly, and reduce rework so claims clear the first time. Get the guide: https://hubs.ly/Q03JzZl10

Not sure which coding specialty is right for you?From emergency department to ortho to ProFee, specializing in medical c...
11/04/2025

Not sure which coding specialty is right for you?

From emergency department to ortho to ProFee, specializing in medical coding can open doors to new roles, higher pay, and more confidence in your work.

Our latest blog breaks down how to find your niche and start building the skills to stand out.

Plus, grab a free checklist to help you get started.

Read now: https://hubs.ly/Q03Jqbnp0

Forget marathons — Halloween night with kids is the real endurance event. 🍭 Happy Halloween from HIA!
10/31/2025

Forget marathons — Halloween night with kids is the real endurance event. 🍭 Happy Halloween from HIA!

Pumpkin carving, costumes, and candy—Halloween fun can turn into coding chaos without clear documentation.Check out our ...
10/30/2025

Pumpkin carving, costumes, and candy—Halloween fun can turn into coding chaos without clear documentation.

Check out our new blog for practical ICD-10-CM tips and download the Halloween Injury & Documentation Checklist to keep your coding accurate (and compliant).

🎃 Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03Q3WBc0

When coding volumes shift, one size doesn’t fit all.PRN, Overflow, and Outsourced support each serve a different purpose...
10/28/2025

When coding volumes shift, one size doesn’t fit all.

PRN, Overflow, and Outsourced support each serve a different purpose — from short-term coverage to long-term stability.

Pro Tip: Get a signed contract in place now so there’s no delay when you need us.

Explore which model makes sense for your team in our latest blog: https://hubs.ly/Q03JkZ6G0

Meet Kazia Vang, Outpatient Coding Specialist at HIA. Every day, Kazia helps bring accuracy and consistency to outpatien...
10/27/2025

Meet Kazia Vang, Outpatient Coding Specialist at HIA. Every day, Kazia helps bring accuracy and consistency to outpatient coding, ensuring clients can trust the results they receive. At HIA, we celebrate the dedication of associates like Kazia, who combine expertise with a passion for supporting both clients and colleagues.

Want to grow your career with a company that values knowledge and collaboration? Apply today: https://hubs.ly/Q03Q9tZJ0

Confused about how to apply Excludes1 notes?Our latest eBook offers practical guidance for interpreting ICD-10-CM rules,...
10/23/2025

Confused about how to apply Excludes1 notes?

Our latest eBook offers practical guidance for interpreting ICD-10-CM rules, identifying when both codes can be reported, and knowing when to query for clarification. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q03GHnxW0

Even the best coding teams can’t code what isn’t documented.Incomplete or unclear provider documentation leads to more c...
10/21/2025

Even the best coding teams can’t code what isn’t documented.

Incomplete or unclear provider documentation leads to more coder queries, denials, and lost revenue.

Learn how better documentation supports stronger coding—and how our Provider Training Series helps bridge the gap.

Read more → https://hubs.ly/Q03MKHSS0

Missed our latest Lunch and Learn? It's now available on HIAlearn.com!🎓 ICD-10-PCS Coding for Treatment of Atheroscleros...
10/16/2025

Missed our latest Lunch and Learn? It's now available on HIAlearn.com!

🎓 ICD-10-PCS Coding for Treatment of Atherosclerosis at Bifurcations and Across Multiple Vessels explores angioplasty, atherectomy, and endarterectomy procedures — with clear explanations of qualifier selection, vascular anatomy, and coding across multiple vessels.

Earn 1 AHIMA CEU and learn at your own pace. https://hubs.ly/Q03MLkY20

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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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