Medical Records / Health Information Technician
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.
At a Glance
Medical Records / Health Information Technician earns an average of $37,658/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.3–2.7 years. Top skills: Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Computer Literacy.
$37,658/yr
High school or GED
2.3–2.7 years
19
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Medical Records Specialists
Median Wage
$50,250/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.1%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Medical Records
Medical Terminology
ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10)
Administrative Support
Registration
Automation
Workflow Management
Electronic Medical Record
Data Entry
Medicare
CPT Coding
Medicaid
Health Information Management
Billing
Security Policies
Procedure Codes
Medical Records Release
DCS File Format
Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance
Common Skills (11)
Computer Literacy
Clerical Works
Communication
Professionalism
Customer Service
Detail Oriented
Research
Analytical Skills
Filing
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