Health insurers assign codes to every test, diagnosis, prescription, and treatment given by practitioners. Health information management is the field that records these codes, and ensures their accuracy and privacy. Other responsibilities might include:
- Assembling and tracking patient records
- Clarifying information with practitioners or insurance companies
- Gathering data from patients in trials or specific situations, e.g. oncology patients
Health information management requires speed and accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly master new software programs. Discretion and tact are also important, because the contents of patient files are protected by privacy legislation.
Hospitals, private practice clinics, and insurance companies often maintain health information management services on site. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the economy may require up to 35,000 more workers in this field over the next ten years.*
Students who enroll in a health information management-related training program at one of our schools or colleges will have access to industry-current software and instructors with relevant professional experience.
Topics of study in our health information management programs can include:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Medical terminology
- Information technology and systems
- Medical law and ethics
- CPT and ICD coding
- Health care statistics
Emphasis is placed on practical learning experiences and may include an externship.
Ready to learn more? Find a school offering training in health information management by browsing the list below:
Program availability and/or degree offerings subject to change. CEC and its schools can not guarantee employment or Salary Employment and salary are not guaranteed.
* http://bls.gov/oco/ocos103.htm Estimates given are national projected averages. Local markets may vary.
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Sanford Brown College - Boston
Sanford-Brown is known throughout the healthcare industry as an educator of professionals who have acquired the real-world knowledge and practical skills to fill vi...
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Allied Health Diagnostics, Cardiovascular Sonography, Health Information Management, Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding
Briarcliffe Patchogue
Since 1966, Briarcliffe College has been providing career-focused education to a diverse student population. We are committed to helping you achieve your personal, ...
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Business Administration: Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration
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