American Association for Medical Transcription

The Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI), formerly known as the American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT), is a professional organization dedicated to the healthcare documentation sector. Founded in 1978, the association sets standards for medical transcription and clinical documentation, providing education, advocacy, and professional certification programs. AHDI offers credentials such as the Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist (RHDS) and Certified Healthcare Documentation Specialist (CHDS) to ensure accuracy and privacy in patient records. The organization serves as a central resource for practitioners, educators, and employers within the healthcare industry to improve the quality of health data and patient safety.