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Associate Degree in Medical/Health Information
The associate degree in medical/health information prepares the student to work in the healthcare environment as a medical records technician, medical coding specialist or other medical information fields.
After completing the associate degree, the student will be able to understand the healthcare systems and how the guideline for HIPAA plays a role in medical coding. They will also learn to understand medical terminology and common abbreviations that are used in the healthcare field. The courses teach the student to understand how the administration functions work in the healthcare industry. A student will be able to explain the functions and roles of the different healthcare environments and facilities.
Required course needed for completing the associate degree in medical information are Written Communications, English Composition, Computer Software Applications in Healthcare, Introduction to Health Information management and healthcare Delivery Systems. Other course are Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Psychology, Anatomy and Physiology I, Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy.
Other classes are Medical Terminology, Basic Diagnosis Coding System, Basic Procedure Coding System, Reimbursement Methodologies, Medical Assisting and Professional Practice.
Medical Assisting gives you the knowledge about procedures, processes and concepts of billing cycles. You learn how a medical office works and how payments are recorded. Anatomy and Physiology I introduces you to tissue and cell structures. You learn about all the major systems of the body including the reproductive system, urinary, digestive, respiratory, lymphatic, cardiovascular, endocrine, sensory, muscular nervous and skeletal systems works and the appropriate terminology.
Pathophysiology teaches you about the diseases affecting the body and what the treatments, diagnosis and causes are for each disease. Pharmacotherapy gives you an understanding of drugs. You learn how they are distributed and absorbed into the body. Professional Practice teaches you about the different coding practices of healthcare facilities including nursing homes, clinics and hospitals as well as physicians offices.
Computer Software Applications in healthcare provides the knowledge about software used in the medical profession. You will learn about coding, processing and inputting medical data. You will learn about the computerized systems used for medical information and how it is distributed to other facilities. Healthcare Delivery Systems details information relating to different healthcare systems and regulatory, financing and organization of the concepts in healthcare.
Careers in Medical/Health Information
A career in medical information is rewarding. You could act as a medical office manager, patient records clerk or and associate in a management position with hospitals, clinics or physicians offices. You could work as a Medical Information field for pharmacies, laboratories or even in private companies that make medical supplies.
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Rasmussen College
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At Rasmussen College, we've been helping students reach their career goals since 1900. We believe in giving our students the technical knowledge and the personal skills vital to employment in the ever-changing world of business. We focus on training students for specific careers and then placing them in great careers after graduation. Depending on your program, you could complete your training in as little as two
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 Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology
Gain in-demand medical coding skills with an A.A.S. degree from Rasmussen College. Students learn medical front office procedures such as handling patient accounts and records, word processing, and scheduling of patients. The Health Information Technician is a member of the health team specifically trained in the gathering, analysis, distribution, and maintenance of health care and patient-related data. Receive training for basic management and supervisory roles in health information services, quality assurance and office management.
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DeVry University
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Associate in Health Information Technology
DeVry's Health Information Technology program prepares graduates to work with applications systems and manage electronic health information databases. Ever-cognizant of the importance of information accuracy, privacy and security, HIT professionals may be involved in ensuring that the design and use of information systems support patient safety. They work with nurses, physicians and other health care providers in a variety of settings such as hospitals, physician practices, long-term-care facilities, home health care agencies, insurance and managed care organizations, government agencies and vendor firms.
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Hodges University
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Associate of Science in Health Information Technology
The Health Information Technology program is an associate degree program that prepares students to support the information needs of the healthcare industry. As one of the fastest growing occupations in one of the fastest growing industries, an HIT career places you right where the expanding arena of healthcare meets the cutting edge of technology. HIT professionals play a critical role in maintaining, collecting and analyzing the data that doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers rely on to deliver quality healthcare. They are experts in managing patient health information and medical records, administering computer information systems, and coding the diagnoses and procedures for healthcare services provided to patients. HIT professionals work in a multitude of setting throughout the healthcare industry, including hospitals, physician offices and clinics, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, government agencies and home care providers. Graduates of our program are eligible to take the national examination for Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) from the American Health Information Management Association. 60 credit hours are required to complete this degree.
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Kaplan University
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A.A.S. in Health Information Technology
If you are interested in health information data as it relates to patient care and the use of computers in this area, this program may be for you. Kaplan University's Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology program blends online coursework with on-ground clinical experiences and is designed to prepare graduates with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required to pursue entry-level positions in the competitive and growing health information management field.
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US Career Institute
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Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management
Earn up to $55,000 a year. Get your Associate's Degree in Health Information Management in as little as 16 months! Work in hospitals, clinics, HMOs and doctors' offices. Learn the multiple skills you need to earn great money as a vital part of the medical team. This is one of the newest medical specialties. Get in on the opportunity, prestige and excitement!
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McKinley College
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Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management
Earn up to $55,000 a year. Get your Associate's Degree in Health Information Management in as little as 16 months! Work in hospitals, clinics, HMOs and doctors' offices. Learn the multiple skills you need to earn great money as a vital part of the medical team. This is one of the newest medical specialties. Get in on the opportunity, prestige and excitement! According to the U.S. Department of Labor, this booming field is projected to grow as much as 28.9% by 2014. As a graduate with an AAS in Health Information Management you will have the skills and knowledge to obtain positions as a Medical Coder, Medical Biller and Insurance Processor, Medical Transcriptionist, Medical Office Manager/Supervisor, Health Information Technician/Technologist, Health Data Manager, Healthcare Records Manager, or Outpatient Coordinator.
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