The Laurel Ridge Community College Health Information Management Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education.
The health information management degree is designed to provide training in the management of systems to collect, interpret and analyze patient data and to communicate information related to the research, planning, provision and evaluation of every day operations in health care services. Additionally, students gain skills to manage positions related to the functions. This program is beneficial to individuals who are seeking career advancement and eligibility for the national certifying examination — Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Occupational objectives upon completion of this program include: Health Information (Medical Records) Assistant/Technician, Medical Coder, Coding Manager/Supervisor, Health Information Supervisor/Office Manager, Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist, Privacy Officer, Health Data Analyst. The Health Information Management (HIM) associate degree is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Program Information and Curriculum
In Demand G3 Program - $$ for Tuition and Fees
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Student Pass and Satisfaction Rates
- RHIT pass rate – 100%
- HIM student satisfaction rate – 100%
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