Health Information Technology

Deliver Vital Information

The healthcare field is becoming increasingly complex. Patients, providers, and insurance companies all rely on technology to access health records and other important data. Trained health information specialists, data managers, and other skilled professionals help to keep this sensitive information accurate and secure.

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Completion Options

Associate Degree and Certificate Programs

Associate Degree Program

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Certificate Programs

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Job Titles:

Application Analyst/Coordinator
Business Analyst
Health Data Resource Specialist
Health Information Management (HIM) Medical Records Lead
Claims Adjuster/Examiner
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Informatics Specialist
System Trainer
Data Quality Management
EHR Implementation Specialist

Average pay range: $17-$37/Hour

Typical work activities:

Handle sensitive, critical data
Support Electronic Health Records
Assist Clinicians to coordinate care
Record patient medical histories
Process healthcare paperwork
Perform clerical work in medical settings
Prepare official health documents or record
Maintain medical facility records

Student Testimonials

Phoebe Ryan

Health Information Technology

DMACC's Health Information Technology Degree encompasses so many different skills, that I feel well prepared for a career in Information Management for healthcare. I really like that the degree has two built-in internships that allow me to gain hands-on experience and grow my contact base for future employers.

Kelly Smith

Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology Program gave me the skills and knowledge I needed to get a job supporting clinicians participating in the Medicare Quality Payment Program.