College of Health Sciences
Health Information Management
Health records, data privacy and health IT systems — the paperwork that keeps hospitals legal and paid.
About this program
Health Information Management sits at the intersection of health care, IT and compliance: medical coding, electronic health record systems, and health data privacy law. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national RHIA certification exam.
What you will be able to do
- Manage electronic health record systems to compliance standard
- Apply ICD-10 and CPT medical coding accurately
- Ensure HIPAA-compliant data governance and privacy practice
- Sit for the national RHIA certification exam
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| HIM 220 | Medical Coding I |
| HIM 310 | Health Information Systems |
| HIM 340 | Health Data Privacy & Law |
| HIM 460 | Capstone Practicum |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| BIO 210 | Human Anatomy & Physiology |
| IT 220 | Network Administration |
| LAW 210 | Health Law & Ethics |
Where graduates go
- Health Information Manager
- Medical Coder
- Compliance Analyst
- Clinical Data Analyst
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $59,600. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 95%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeCHS
Median starting salary$59,600
Placement95%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.