Health Information Technology AAAS

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Summary

Train 100% online to be a Registered Health Information Technician. Gain skills to work in a variety of healthcare settings managing health information using the latest technologies.

Completion Award
Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences
Length of Study
96 Credits
Starting Quarter
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Location
Online

  • Apply knowledge of medical and clinical terminology, anatomy and physiology, human diseases and pharmacology.
  • Explain healthcare delivery processes including how information systems are used in healthcare settings.
  • Outline the process used in the selection and implementation of health information systems as well as project planning.
  • Interpret health record content including identifying what makes a complete health record.
  • Apply policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of health data.
  • Accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes in accordance with Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), American Hospital Association (AHA), and American Medical Association (AMA) guidelines for inpatient and outpatient health records.
  • Identify current practices in coding and classification systems, components of fee setting, prospective payment systems, and revenue cycle management. 
  • Utilize computer applications including electronic health records, encoders and grouping systems, spreadsheets, databases, and reporting applications.
  • Assess the legal and ethical issues related to health care information, including the release and security of confidential data.
  • Collect and analyze health data and healthcare statistics for operations, research, cancer, public health, and other disease-based registries.
  • Explain how management principles and leadership styles are used by health information supervisors.
  • Analyze quality improvement processes in health care facilities, for clinical documentation integrity, and with regards to legal considerations.
In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

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The job outlook for health information and informatics is very good with graduates working as Health Information Specialists, Health Data Analysts, Medical Record Coordinators, Coders, HIM Data Integrity Analysts, Cancer Registrars, Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialists, Quality Improvement Coordinators, Medical Record Supervisors and Health Information Managers. For salary information in your state, please visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics at http://www.bls.gov.

Potential employers include: Hospitals, nursing homes, medical and dental offices, insurance companies, community health centers, public health agencies, urgent care centers, behavioral health centers, rehabilitation facilities, and home health agencies.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
2023-2024		 WA-Resident Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen
On Campus		 Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹		 Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
1 credit $145.17  $245.71  $339.54 $162.51
5 credits $673.85  $1,176.57  $1,645.70  $760.55
12 credits (full-time) $1,462.52  $2,476.40 $3,422.10  $1,637.76
15 credits $1,641.05 $2,667.59  $3,624.45 $1,819.05

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Estimated Additional Costs
Approximately $75 - 150 per course, depending on course selected

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

Next Steps

Application Period

New student applications are primarily accepted between January and June each year. Applications will continue to be accepted outside this time frame on a space-available basis. Make sure to contact a HIIM Program Advisor prior to submitting your application.


How to apply

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