Program Details
If you are planning on entering the workforce immediately after graduation and pursuing a career in healthcare, check out the Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Management & Technology. Online health informatics degree programs prepare students for a career as a medical office assistant, health information technician, medical coding specialist, or health insurance billing specialist.
While studying for a position in this rapidly growing field, you will learn to analyze, secure, and maintain patient health information, and may be responsible for quality assurance, computer information services, and coding diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement. Coursework improves skills in:
- Ethics
- Security
- Communication
- Collaboration
The curriculum is designed so that graduates are qualified to sit for the AAPC certification Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Physician Practice Management (CPPM) exams.
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100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Hudson Valley Community College is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
High School or EquivalentApplication Requirements
Official High School Transcript/GED Score