Health Information and Medical Records Technology Degree

In its most basic form, the Health Information & Medical Records Technology is a field of study focused on the secure exchange of health information using computer systems. Information about a patients health and well-being is often exchanged between a number of stakeholders including the consumer, health care provider, quality monitors, health care payers, and insurance providers. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer health information and medical records technology degrees.

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Cosumnes River College

Also known as Cosumnes River

2600 Mission Bell Dr, San Pablo, CA

About
Cosumnes River College, located in Sacramento, California, was founded in 1970 and is one of the 112 community colleges that comprise the California Community College System. The school is part of the Los Rios Community College District, which also includes American River College, Sacramento City College, and Folsom Lake College, which was once a satellite campus of CRC given independence in 2004. The school was given life as part of study for the Los Rios Community College District, which resulted in the start of construction one the campus site. The school has added buildings and facilities over the years to ensure that the needs of the student body and the community are met. The school serves over 14,000 students annually and assists in local workforce development as well as post secondary education opportunities. The school is named for the nearby Cosumnes River that flows south of the school.

Academics
Students at Cosumnes River College are able to choose between academic transfer and career training programs in order to pursue their personal and professional goals. Academic transfer programs allow for the completion of a curriculum that mirrors the first two years of a four year education locally and at low cost, followed by applying for transfer to four year institutions in order to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer to University to California (UC) and California State University (Cal State) institutions is made easier through agreements in place that allow for transfer guarantees based on the fulfillment of prerequisites. Transfer to private or out of state institutions will have separate requirements and it is suggested students meet with a counselor to discuss options.

Career training programs provides students the option to obtain an education in a high demand field or industry, allowing the student to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. Students will participate in traditional and practical courses depending on the program chosen, with practical courses simulating real world environments and allowing for in-depth skill development and training. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or associate degree upon completion. The school works closely with local business to identify gaps in workforce, adding or adjusting programs to meet local needs.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Communications
• Biology
• Medical Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid
Cosumnes River College is an open enrollment institution that allows any student who is at least eighteen years old or a high school graduate to enroll by completing the application for admission and paying all associated fees. Submission of test scores and previous transcripts is recommended, as is meeting with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and participating in new student orientation. Students may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used by the school to determine the extent of a student's need and their aid program eligibility when constructing the financial aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year and should be submitted in a timely fashion.

Clubs and Organizations
A number of clubs and organizations are available at Cosumnes River College that allow students to pursue interests, both old and new, and offer the opportunity to engage other students in discussion outside of a classroom setting. Clubs and organizations perform a variety of functions and allow for various forms of participation, including public events, weekly meetings, social action and others. Interested students may contact the schools student services center or check online to see what clubs are active and when they meet.

Clubs and organizations include:

• Anime Club
• CRC Veterans Club
• Peer Mentor Club
• Maniacally Magic Movie Mojo
• Enactous

Students Enrolled in the Health Information and Medical Records Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cosumnes River offers an associate's degree program in health information and medical records technology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Records and Health Information Technicians

Description

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 health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report patient information for health requirements and standards in a manner consistent with the healthcare industry's numerical coding system.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical records and health information technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $58830
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 900
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $55480

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).