Health Information Management
Distance Delivered by University of Alaska, Sitka Campus
Please Note: Program is currently only delivered to WUE states:
WA, OR, CA, ID, NV, AZ, UT, CO,
NM, WY, ND, SD, MT, HI
If you have an interest in healthcare and information technology, Health Information Management (HIM) may be the right career choice for you. As one of the fastest growing occupations in one of the fastest growing industries, an HIM career places you right where the expanding arena of healthcare meets the cutting edge of technology. HIM professionals are experts in the field of patient health information and medical records. HIM professional duties can include operating computer information systems, coding diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement, maintaining quality control of health records, and more. These professionals are also the caretakers and guardians of personal health information—ensuring that confidential patient information is secure and released only according to strict state and federal laws.
HIM Inquiry Packet - Sitka Campus (PDF | 1.82 MB)
What Programs are offered through UAS?
Associate of Applied Science in HIM
The Health Information Management (HIM) program provides a course study, using primarily distance delivery methodology, that prepares entry-level health information professionals. This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Graduates are eligible to write a national examination; successful completion of the examination leads to the professional credential of Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Health Care Coding Certificate
An area of HIM specifically focused on coding/classifications systems at both the inpatient and outpatient level. The certificate will allow students to obtain entry-level skills in healthcare coding and the opportunity to continue to earn an associated of applied science degree in Health Information Management. National credentialing exams are available at both the entry and advanced level.
View the program FAQ's for a list of common questions with answers asked of the Health Information Management program.