Health Information Management Technology

Health information specialists apply information technology (IT) to the particular needs of the health care industry. These specialists use specific EMR (Electronic Medical Records) software to maintain data on patient safety, medical history, symptoms, examination results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and healthcare provider services.

For more information, please visit:
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
The National Health career Association (NHA)

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in this field is projected to grow up to 20% by 2018 which is much faster than the national average; however, candidates with a strong understanding of computer technology and training in EMR software will be in particularly high demand. In addition, with the increasing use of electronic health records, more technicians will be needed to complete the new responsibilities associated with electronic data management.

Quote:
"We will make sure that every doctor's office and hospital in this country is using cutting edge technology and electronic medical records so that we can cut red tape, prevent medical mistakes, and help save billions of dollars each year." - President Barack Obama - December 8, 2008, Radio Address. Discussions on extensive plans for stimulating the economy

Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Medical Records and Health Information Technicians, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos103.htm

The HIMT program at CBT College includes the following certifications:

• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) from NHA
• Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) from NHA

The HIMT program includes the following Academic Seminars:

• Medical Collection Seminar
• HIPAA, OSHA, & EMR Seminars
• Basic Hardware & Computer Skills
  

Access to AHIMA Virtual Lab Training on the following computer/electronic applications:

• Athens/Cerner Power Chart and HIM Profile Applications
• QuadraMed & Quantin Encoders (ICD-9 and ICD-10)
• 3M Coding & Reimbursement System
• McKesson Horizon Patient Folder
• Health Port EDMS & Health Port ROI (eSmartLog and SmartLink)
   

CTB College (Cutler Bay Campus) is officially accredited by Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM)

Students are trained in a 100% paperless system and are entitled to
the following program benefits at no extra cost:

•  Advanced Coding Training
•  Eligible to apply for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification exam by AHIMA
•  Medical Software Training Medisoft Encoder Quandrim
•  Free 1 Year Professional Organization membership for students
•  National Certification in Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
•  Access to medical seminars such as: OSHA, HIPAA, Medical Collections & CPR
•  CBT is an authorized testing center by the National Health Career Association (NHA)
•  Complimentary Prep. classes & review books for certification exams
•  Voice\Speech Recognition Technology

AHIMA Virtual lab: CBT provides students with access to top EMR Systems for “real-world” practice sessions to be included in our students resume.

These systems are: ATHENS, QuadraMED MPI Suite, QuadraMED Quantin Encoder (ICD-9 & ICD-10), 3M Coding System, McKeeson Horizon, HealthPort EDMS, HealthPort ROI.