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Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Examination

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RHIT AHIMA Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1You are here

Master core data structure, governance, and disclosure concepts.

40
hours
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Phase 2

Train analytics and revenue-cycle workflows with applied HIM cases.

45
hours
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Phase 3

Review compliance and leadership objectives with mixed-topic drills.

45
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Phase 4

Complete timed 3-hour practice sessions and close score gaps.

30
hours
Estimated total study time
160 hours
That's about 16 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the RHIT Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Completion of academic requirements at the associate degree level in a CAHIIM-accredited HIM program, or approved foreign reciprocity pathway
Additional Requirements
  • Apply through MyAHIMA and submit required transcript documentation
  • Schedule within 120 days of eligibility at Pearson VUE
  • Recertification is required every 2 years

RHIT Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

8-12 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates must submit a new application and fee for each retake; RHIT retake approval requires a 30-day waiting period.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$229 member / $299 non-member
Total Estimated Cost$229-$299 per attempt
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What You'll Study

8 chapters covering everything you need to pass

RHIT Exam Details

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Examination

Administered by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Official Source
300 scaled (AHIMA scale 100-400)
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
$229 (member) / $299 (non-member)
Exam Fee
Study time: 120-200 hours
Prerequisites: Graduate of a CAHIIM-accredited HIM associate program or approved reciprocity pathway.
Valid for: 2-year certification period with CEU and recertification requirements

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) content outline

Data Content, Structure, and Information Governance24-28%

Data standards, record structure, governance, and legal health-record auditing activities.

Access, Disclosure, Privacy, and Security12-16%

Access controls, disclosures, patient privacy rights, and data security safeguards.

Data Analytics and Use14-18%

Data quality, statistics, reporting, and use of health information for decision support.

Revenue Cycle Management14-18%

Payment workflows, reimbursement support, and revenue-cycle data integrity functions.

Compliance13-17%

Regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and internal policy adherence practices.

Leadership11-15%

Team communication, professionalism, workflow coordination, and operational support skills.

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What's Next After the RHIT?

After passing the RHIT, you can pursue these career paths

RHIA

Advance to administrator-level HIM credentialing after bachelor's-level preparation.

CCA/CCS

Add coding-focused AHIMA credentials for specialized revenue-cycle roles.

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Healthcare Data Specialist Roles

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