Until 2016, NHIMA was known as what?

The correct choice highlights that NHIMA was recognized as the national body that addressed common health information management (HIM) issues. This reflects its primary role in unifying and supporting HIM professionals across the country, enabling them to address shared challenges and uphold standards within the industry. By serving as a central authority, NHIMA facilitated communication and collaboration among professionals, thereby enhancing the quality and efficiency of health information management practices.

The other options, while related to the broader context of HIM, do not accurately capture the specific identity and function of NHIMA prior to its rebranding in 2016. For instance, the reference to established HIM standards does encompass a part of NHIMA’s role but does not encapsulate the full spectrum of its national responsibilities. Similarly, while NHIMA is connected to international HIM associations, this aspect does not specifically define what NHIMA was known for until 2016. The mention of protection of personal information, while important in the context of health information management, is too narrow and does not represent the full operational scope of NHIMA as a national body addressing a range of common issues in HIM.