Health Information Technology Program

Professionals in the field of health information technology are responsible for the organization and accurate maintenance of patient medical records. That makes it a great choice for detail-oriented individuals who are looking for a medical career that doesn’t require direct patient contact. Are you a natural problem solver who excels at dotting i's and crossing t’s? Take a closer look at our Carrington College® California Online Health Information Technology program. It could be the perfect choice for you.

Earning your Associate degree in the Health Information Technology Online program can help you acquire the specialized skills required to properly enter data and information into computerized medical records systems and to submit complex insurance documents. It can be your responsibility to communicate with physicians to ensure accuracy, clarify entries and update information.

The Health Information Technology online program is designed to help you master the knowledge and skills that are expected of entry-level professionals in this fast growing field. The curriculum of our online program offers:

• Instruction that blends theory and practice by employing both traditional book learning with hands-on experience through online simulations
• The ability to work independently while also being able to interact with instructors and fellow students via email and online discussion groups
• The opportunity to earn your education without leaving your current job or reworking family schedules

Opportunities in health information technology are well documented

With the proper education and training, professionals in the growing field of health information technology can pursue a number of different career paths. You can seek employment as a medical billing and coding specialist, a medical transcriptionist, a medical records technician and even as a medical office manager. There are also a number of different environments you can work in, such as hospitals, medical offices and insurance companies.

Looking forward, employment of medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 21% through 2020. Employment growth will result from the increase in the number of medical tests, treatments and procedures that will be performed.*

Prepare to play a vital role in the healthcare industry

To prepare you for a career as a health information technician, we have created a program that combines lectures and labs to help you build your knowledge and develop your skills. To begin, your coursework will be primarily lecture based and cover general education subjects such as mathematics, English composition and computers. You will also be introduced to medical terminology, human anatomy and sociology. As you progress, you will explore more advanced material including pathophysiology, clinical classification systems and medical record operating systems. The final phase of your education is a capstone project that gives you the opportunity to synthesize all that you’ve learned.

Upon completion of our Health Information Technology online program, you should be secure in your skills and be able to:

• Perform medical coding and process medical insurance billing and claims
• Accurately interpret medical records, including diagnosis and procedures of healthcare providers
• Perform clerical functions common to healthcare settings
• Communicate clearly with physicians, patients and visitors
• Demonstrate proficiency in critical thinking and information management
• Understand coding rules, federal and state regulations and insurance contracts

To learn more about educational and career opportunities in Health Information Technology, contact one of our Enrollment Services Representatives.

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