Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology
Objectivese 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.
Course description 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.