Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
The new online health information management program at UIC is a new delivery option of our traditional bachelor’s program, which was first offered on campus in 1965. As with the traditional course of study, the online HIM program will deliver high quality education infused with the ethical standards of the HIM industry and strong student involvement within the profession. The program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Health Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
UIC’s HIM program was designed to prepare graduates to take the prestigious Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam. The degree program provides skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for health care planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision-making. We offer a two-year, full-time program or part-time program completed over three years. Both options have three start dates a year; fall, summer, and winter-spring.
The UIC Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management degree offers admission to individuals in good academic standing. Following completion of prerequisite and general education courses, students can complete the program in as little as 63 hours of professional coursework. A Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential is not required for admission. If a student has earned an RHIT credential, they can graduate in as few as 32 credit hours.
100% of graduating UIC Health Information Management students received “satisfactory” ratings or above from employers as surveyed one year following graduation. Employer comments regarding the strengths of our graduates include: “Able to think critically, problem solver.” “Solid knowledge of HIM domains. Collaborates well with colleagues.”
Graduates are eligible to sit for the RHIA exam which leads to credential. This program does not lead to licensure.
* Proficiency Credit -Graduates of an associate’s degree program in Health Information Technology accredited by the Commission on Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIM), who also hold current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification; or who provide a transcript of equivalent course work and demonstrate proficiency by exam, may receive up to 24 hours of proficiency credit.
**Students with a current CPC, CCA, CCS, CCS-P coding credential and demonstrate proficiency via an exam, may receive proficiency credit for BHIS 432 and BHIS 433.
I am CPC certified, how do I go about taking the exam for credits towards BHIS 432 and BHIS 433?
Is there financial aid available?
Are these course given during evening hours?
How many credit do you need to earn to complete the BS degree in Health information management all together?
I would like to ask a question about HIM degree. I’m a graduated student in medical coder at Medical college and completed 90 quarters credit hours. Is there anyway I can transfer to UIC. I know some of my credits will not be able to transfers.
Please let me know what should I do to attend at UIC.
Awaiting from you,
Thank you,
Amy
Please contact an Enrollment Advisor at 1-866-674-4842 regarding details about the exemption exam for BHIS 432 and BHIS 433. We do offer financial aid to our students. You can find more about financial aid by visiting http://healthinformatics.uic.edu/health-informatics/health-informatics-admissions/financial-aid-health-informatics-admissions/. Our courses are completely online and taken at your convenience. There are required chat sessions and evening hours are offered.
The BS in Health Information Management requires a total of 63 credit hours.
If you have completed coursework at a regionally accredited institution, some of your credits may transfer, though an official transfer credit evaluation would need to be completed. You can view the admissions requirements by visiting http://healthinformatics.uic.edu/health-informatics-admissions-requirements/. To determine your eligibility, please contact an Enrollment Advisor at 1-866-674-4842.
I am high school graduate taking precourses in a local community college. I am looking for advise to get into medical informatics to work with a system like EPIC. Is there a direct bachelors program gearing towards this? Is Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management the right way to go?
Thank you,
Jeffrey
The fields of Health Informatics and Health Information Management are generally regarded as separate fields. Here is a link to a recent webinar that explains the differences: http://healthinformatics.uic.edu/difference-between-health-informatics-and-him/. To explore industry information on careers and jobs, you might wish to visit AHIMA’s website http://www.hicareers.com, as well as http://www.ahima,org. You can also talk with an Enrollment Advisor more about qualifications for the program.
Would the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management prepare a student for a career in healthcare data analysis? Or is a degree in informatics or data analytics more appropriate? I’m interested in data analysis for planning clinical interventions, preventing hospital readmissions,preventive care, etc.
I have read extensively about health informatics versus health information management, but it is still not clear to me which course of study would prepare me best for a career in health data analysis. Which would you recommend?
Thank you for your response. Am I understanding right, there is no direct Bachelors program for Health Informatics?
Thank you,
Jeffrey
That’s correct. We only offer a Master of Science and Post-Master’s Certificate for Health Informatics.
Data analysis is recognized as one of the career opportunities in the field of Health Information Management. We suggest you visit AHIMA’s informative website http://www.hicareers.com, which discusses these areas in more detail. If you’d like more information about the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program and how it works, we encourage you to speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
Althea – We highly recommend you speak with one of our enrollment advisors over the phone to help you decide which degree would be best suited to meet your goals. Please call 1-866-674-4842 at your earliest convenience. We look forward to hearing from you!