Health Information Management Overview
The Health Information Management Program will prepare graduates to demonstrate proficiency in the arena of health data management. Students can:
- Gain the experience necessary to ensure adequate and complete medical records.
- Participate in cost effective information processing.
- Learn coding skills as well as the regulatory processes and revenue cycles which impact health care facilities.
In 1.5 years, you can earn your Associate of Applied Science Degree – Health Information Management. Graduates will be prepared to ensure the availability of accurate health data through the application of healthcare technologies such as the electronic health record.
For more information about this program and its outcomes, please see the program description in the University Catalog. Health Information Management Program Description
What You Can Learn in Health Information Management
Graduates in the Health Information Management area will be prepared to demonstrate proficiency in:
- Health data management
- Information policy
- Information systems
- Administration
- Clinical work flow
These graduates will not only function as a bridge between clinicians, payers, regulators, patients, consumers, and technology but will also function as part of that team in a variety of settings.
Graduates will be prepared to take national certification examinations.
Where You Can Go in Health Information Management
Career opportunities for Health Information Management technicians can be expected to cross over multiple healthcare settings including:
- Hospitals
- Intermediate- and Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation
- Primary Care Clinics
- Cancer Registry
- Outpatient Care Centers
- Private Practice
- HMO/Insurance/Managed Care Facilities
- Mental Health Agencies
- Hospices
- Military and Industry
- Home Healthcare
Future Possible Careers for This Program
| 51.0706 | Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator | |
|---|---|---|
| 11-9111.00 | Medical and Health Services Managers | |
Success
Time frame: July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012 Award Year 2011-12
Q
How long will it take to complete this program?
A
The program is designed to take 18 months to complete.
40% of graduates from this program finish in this time.*
The median time for graduates to complete this program is 18 months.*
*Based on fewer than 5 graduates, actual results may vary.
Cost
Q
What is the total cost of this program for me?
A
At ECPI University, programs are competitively priced and are designed to help you achieve your goals. Through our year-round schedule, you could earn your Associate's in 1.5 years. That can give you the edge over students at other colleges who might still be attending class.
| Program Cost/Tuition Chart | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,425.00 |
| Tuition and Fees | $31,825.00 |
| Total Tuition | $33,250.00 |
Foundation course requirements can result in additional costs and increase the time to graduation. Actual cost may vary depending on actual time to graduate, and subject to any necessary tuition increases. (for all programs and schools)
Financing
Time frame: July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012 Award Year 2011-12.
Q
What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates is:
| Loan Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal Median Loans | $14,241.00 |
| Private Median Loans | $0.00 |
| Institutional Median Loans | $0.00 |
*Based on fewer than 5 graduates, actual results may vary.
