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Confidentiality: Protecting and Releasing Health Information/Data in California – The Latest UpdatesTwo-day eLearning Program: November 4 & 6, 2025 9:00 am – 12:15 pm (PT)Educational Value Boost: Aligned with competencies for the AHIMA microcredential for Release of Information. Stay ahead of the curve with this comprehensive two-day program designed for health information professionals managing the disclosure and protection of health data. Gain critical insights into the challenges of releasing Protected Health Information (PHI) and electronic PHI (ePHI) and receive updates on key changes to reproductive health records release, HIPAA, CCPA, cybersecurity, FTC regulations, the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA) and mental health privacy rules. Learn from leading legal experts as they explore the most pressing topics in today’s ever-evolving privacy landscape. This year, legal expert Allan Jergesen, JD, will continue to contribute through a 90-minute Q&A session on Day Two, offering invaluable knowledge on information release challenges. Take advantage of this special session by submitting your questions during the registration process or bringing them to the live session. Key Topics:
Optional Add-on Content:
Additional Resources: CHIA’s Spring ROI eLearning program offers insights into best practices for health information operations, patient portals, and subpoena compliance. This on-demand program is available in the CHIA Store with a live version scheduled for Spring 2026. (For best price register by 6 PM PT October 21)
eLearning Program DetailsContinuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day One | 6 Total ProgramHIIM Domain: Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy, and Security Day One Agenda
Session DescriptionsPrivacy Laws and Data Defense: Understanding HIPAA, CCPA, CMIA & Federal RulesPresenter: Kristen Borth, MS, RHIA, CHPS The shifting privacy landscape may affect how providers respond to requests. Since the United States has NOT enacted a comprehensive federal privacy law that is consistent across all states, it is critical to understand the nuances of HIPAA, Data Privacy Laws (CCPA), CMIA and the California Consumer Privacy Act. The program will include recent updates on mental health and substance abuse record management. Attendees will understand:
Federal Updates, Reproductive Health Records Release and State of Nationwide Health Data PrivacyPresenter: Andrew Tomlinson Attendees will hear about the current state of nationwide health data privacy, including changes to reproductive healthcare data release requirements and the policy changes impacting the broader HI privacy conversation. Attendees will understand how to:
Make sure to include your questions during the registration process. Continuing EducationCEUs: 3 for Day Two | 6 Total ProgramHIIM Domain: Information Protection: Access, Disclosure, Archival, Privacy, and Security Day Two Agenda
Session DescriptionsAsk the Attorney, Live Q&APresenters: Allan Jergesen, JD and Joyce O’Brien, JD, CHC, CHPC Explore the legal nuances, including HIPAA, CMIA, electronic signature challenges, mental health record release, reproductive health-specific challenges and out-of-state subpoenas. Questions posed in advance and asked during the session will guide the discussion, ensuring that the most pressing concerns are addressed in real time. Attendees will understand how to:
Fraudulent Release of Information Requests and Cybersecurity: What You Need to KnowPresenter: Elizabeth Delahoussaye, RHIA, CHPS In today's healthcare world, fraudulent requests are entering our ecosystem in increasingly deceptive ways. During this session, we will discuss why health information is such a hot item and target for cybersecurity challenges and fraud. The presentation will offer tips on identifying requestors who may not be who they say they are. Attendees will:
Kristin Borth, MS, RHIA, CHPS
Kristen Borth, RHIA, MS is the Chief Executive Officer of Primeau Consulting Group overseeing the operations of its nationwide clients and consultants. Kristen has a broad base of experience in health information and informatics for both government and private healthcare organizations. 
Elizabeth Delahoussaye, RHIA, CHPS
Elizabeth Delahoussaye has over 20 years of healthcare experience and is the Chief Privacy Officer for Sharecare. She was recognized by Becker's Hospital Review in 2021 as one of the top Health IT players and in 2022 as one of the Women Power Players in Health IT. In 2023, Elizabeth was elected as President-Elect for the Tennessee Health Information Management Association and served as President in 2024. She has now stepped into the Past-President role for the Tennessee Health Information Management Association and also serves on the AHIMA House of Delegates. Elizabeth resides in Knoxville, Tennessee, with her husband, John, son Adam, and her trusty sidekick... Thor the Mighty (at least he is mighty in his dog brain!) 
Allan Jergesen, JD
Allan Jergesen is a well-known authority among California’s health information professionals. He has been a trusted CHIA resource for legal guidance on the maintenance and privacy of health information. For over 40 years, Mr. Jergesen has also shared his extensive legal and technical expertise as a speaker at the CHIA annual Confidentiality and Release of Health Information seminars, providing invaluable insights to the health information industry. 
Joyce C. O’Brien, JD, CHC, CHPC
Ms. O’Brien is a health care attorney whose areas of specialization include privacy and confidentiality laws. Her prior experiences at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Stanford Health Care provided the unique opportunities to work directly with health information management professionals, patients, law enforcement, the media, and other stakeholders on privacy investigations, patient rights, and regulatory compliance. She works closely with engineers, healthcare startups, and electronic health records systems to design auditing systems and implement technical safeguards. Ms. O’Brien was previously a high school special education teacher and uses her teaching background to help make complex laws more user-friendly and approachable. 
Andrew Tomlinson, JD
In his current role at AHIMA, Andrew advocates on behalf of AHIMA members on issues related to the intersection of technology and healthcare both domestically and abroad. Prior to his time at AHIMA, Andrew served as the Director of Federal Affairs at the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) and as a Director of External Affairs at United Health Group. Andrew has worked on health IT policy for over 10 years, including during a six-year career at the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) that culminated with a posting focused on international health IT issues and stakeholder engagement for the National Coordinator. A graduate of American University in Washington, DC, Andrew grew up in metro-Detroit and currently resides with his wife and dog in Baltimore, MD. eLearning Program Registration Fees and DetailsLive access to the eLearning Program will be available to those who register at least one (1) business day before the live event. Group
orders must be received three (3) business days prior. Registrations submitted after these dates will receive on-demand access only. For late registrations, live access may be offered but is not guaranteed. Registration FeesSave $50 off the regular main program fee if you register on or before 6 PM PT on October 21, 2025.
Optional Add-on Products AvailableSelect the appropriate offering for the bundle that meets your needs. You may purchase the Live Program only or add the NEWLY Revised Release of Information in California – eBook Series and/or the Subpoena Compliance eBook to the Live Program purchase. These add-on offerings may be purchased separately in the CHIA Store. Discounts will only apply if purchased with the Live Program at the time of registration.
CHANGE NOTICE for AHIMA Professional Members in California: With CHIA’s new online system, AHIMA members will need to upgrade to a CHIA Professional Membership before obtaining the CHIA professional member rate. AHIMA members in California are now able to join CHIA anytime and will have 365 days of membership from the date of paid CHIA upgrade. An open dues order is no longer required to become a CHIA member. Visit californiahia.org/membership for more details. Existing AHIMA members can sign in to CHIA’s website portal to upgrade. Remember that your CHIA expiration date may no longer align with your AHIMA expiration date. How to RegisterTo purchase this eLearning Program online select
purchase now. Full payment is required with the online registration. Alternatively, if your employer plans to pay for you to attend, you must
complete the Education Order Form and submit completed form along with a copy of the employer's approved check request/purchase order form. Over-the-phone registrations
will not be accepted. Group DiscountsGroups of five (5) or more employees may be eligible for a discount when registering for the same eLearning Program at the same time. Click here for more information on registering your team
Event and Education FAQsFor more information about program access, zoom, cancellation and substitution policies click here eLearning Program Access
For those already registered for this eLearning Program, please follow the detailed instructions below or watch the video below to gain access on the day of the live event.
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