Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology - Online - Kaplan University - Online - I49

e Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology program blends online coursework with on-ground clinical experiences.* The objective of this degree program is to help 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.

 Program Highlights

Graduates of this program may:

    * Abstract health records and compile reports on health care services
    * Assign code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for indexing health data and processing bills
    * Answer legal, government, insurance, and other inquiries for patient health information
    * Organize, analyze, and evaluate health record content for completeness and accuracy
    * Review and evaluate health records to assist with meeting accreditation guidelines
    * Release patient information in accordance with applicable laws
    * Supervise human resources

The curriculum emphasizes:

    * Processing, maintaining, compiling, and reporting health information data for patient care, reimbursement, facility planning, marketing, risk management, quality assessment, and research
    * Medical coding and abstracting procedures
    * Supervisory and legal aspects of health information
    * Professional behaviors and problem solving
    * The use of computers in these areas

Gain Real-World Experience

Prior to graduation, you will be required to complete clinical training and an externship at a real-world health care facility to gain valuable on-the-job experience that many health care employers demand.