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Bachelor's Degree

Health Information Management (HIM)
Online Bachelor's Degree Program

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36 Mo.

Program Length

124

Credits

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$515

Cost Per Credit

Bachelor's Degree

Health Information Management (HIM)
Online Bachelor's Degree Program

Advance your healthcare career with a bachelor’s degree

AccreditationCAHIIM accredited, Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Transfer creditUp to 93 approved credits
Format100% online classes, two 90-hour internships completed in person within an approved facility
CertificationPreparation for RHIA certification
QuickPathsTransfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University
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Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
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Overview: Bachelor of Science in HIM

The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management degree is a 124-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a career in health information technology and management. The CAHIIM-accredited1 degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in information systems, health sciences, data management, coding, and more.

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Career-focused curriculum

Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.

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Flexible schedule

You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We strive to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

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Virtual services

Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

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Lifelong support

We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

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Rolling admissions

No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

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Curriculum

Health Information Management bachelor’s degree classes & curriculum details

Graduates of the bachelor program with a bachelor in health information management will learn the basics of coding, health sciences and general education, including business, accounting and management skills. You’ll discover how to apply these specifically in the area of medical records and health information documentation.

Graduates of this program are qualified to take AHIMA’s Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification exam.

All classes are delivered online, and the curriculum includes a required internship.

ProgramMonthsiCredits
Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management36124

i. Average number of months for students to complete program

Program availability varies by location

Required Management Core Courses

All courses, 24.00 semester credit hours, are required.

or  3.00 semester credit hours

or  3.00 semester credit hours

or  3.00 semester credit hours

Required Courses in Health Information Management Core

All courses, 45.00 semester credit hours, are required.

Required Anatomy and Physiology Courses

All courses, ◊8.00 semester credit hours, are required. (3.00 of these credit hours satisfies Science General Education Requirement).

Elective Courses

A minimum of 8.00 semester credit hours is required. Students may take any healthcare or health information management, business management, or human resources course. At least 3.00 semester credit hours must be at the 300- or 400-level.

Required Internship Experience

4.00 semester credit hours are required.

* Enrollment in a student readiness training is required two terms prior to internship course.  Successful completion of training is required prior to internship course enrollment.

Required Courses in General Education

Students enrolled in this bachelor's degree must complete a minimum of 36.00 semester credit hours in general education (◊ includes 3.0 credit hours from Anatomy and Physiology listed in above required) distributed among the following disciplines. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for specific information about courses within each discipline. 12.00 Semester Credit Hours in Communications 9.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities (must include 3 semester credit hours of cultural diversity) 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics 6.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social and Behavioral Sciences ◊ Science Semester Credit Hours are satisfied through Anatomy and Physiology requirement listed above.

Personal and Professional Development Courses

2.00 semester credit hours are required.

Dual Credit

Save time and money by earning dual credit

Students enrolled in Herzing University’s health information management bachelor’s degree program can get a head start on earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Qualifying undergraduate students who pursue a Herzing bachelor’s degree in HIM may apply up to 12 credits toward an MBA degree.

Online Student Completing Dual Credit Bachelor's in Health Information Management Coursework

Tuition & Cost

Tuition & Cost

The cost of tuition for the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program is $515 per credit.

You can potentially earn even greater savings by transferring credit from prior college coursework, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.

Our goal is your career advancement. That’s why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.

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 Scholarships & Financial Aid

You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.

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 Military/Veteran Discounts

Veterans, Active Duty U.S. Servicemembers, and spouses may qualify for a 10% tuition discount or tuition reduction to $250 per credit.

VA/Military benefits 

Requirements

HIM bachelor’s degree program enrollment requirements

Prerequisites to enroll in the Herzing University Health Information Management bachelor’s degree program include:

  • Completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor
  • Complete an enrollment application

With Herzing University, advancing your career in health information management IS possible. As your lifelong learning partner, we’re here to help you reach your highest career goals.

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The Health Information Management accreditor of Herzing University is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The University’s accreditation for the Associate of Science degree and the Bachelor of Science degree in Health Information Management has been reaffirmed through 2030-2031. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at 312.235.3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.

Herzing University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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Accreditation & Recognition

Our accredited & recognized online school

We strive to earn rank as one of the top private, nonprofit universities in the United States. Just as you work every day to become the best version of yourself, so do we as a university.

We are proud to have attained institutional and programmatic accreditation in addition to industry recognition for our accomplishments helping students earn a college education and find career success.

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Careers

What jobs can I get with a bachelor’s degree in health information management?

Job outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Medical and Health Services Managers is expected to rise 28% from 2022-2032, faster than the average across all U.S. occupations.*

Now is a great time to work towards becoming a health information manager and make your mark in the growing field of healthcare.

Earn your bachelor’s degree in health information management and you’ll be well positioned to qualify for many job possibilities in health information and technology. Potential health information management jobs include:

Description: Medical records technicians, also called medical coders or coding specialists, ensure that patient information is recorded and cataloged correctly. In addition to verifying patient records, they also analyze patient data to help improve patient care and cost structures. This job is ideal for those who are detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that employment for medical records technicians will grow by as much as 9% from 2022-2032—faster than average for most occupations. Medical records technicians are also among U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Health Care Support Jobs of 2023 due to fast-paced employment growth, a flexible work environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Learn more about what you need to do to become a medical records technician, including educational and certification requirements.

Average salary (US): $53,690 per year, $25.81 per hour (source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)*

Description: Medical and health services managers plan, direct and coordinate the day-to-day operations of a healthcare facility. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that healthcare organizations have a growing need for managers with knowledge of health information technology and informatics. They project 28% employment growth for medical and health services managers between 2022-2032.

Most medical and health services managers have a bachelor’s degree in health information management and administrative or clinical experience at a hospital or other healthcare facility. The BLS reports the average salary for medical services managers is $134,440 per year ($64.64 per hour).

Description: Management consultants help companies solve their complex business problems. A health information management consultant specializes in helping healthcare organizations with their HIM needs, such as implementing new medical records systems and processes.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that employment for management consultants will grow 10% from 2022-2032. Much of this growth will be in the healthcare sector, as organizations look to cut costs and implement new technologies to manage patient records. Management consultants earn an average salary of $115,530 per year ($55.54 per hour), according to the BLS.

Description: Patient information coordinators, also called health educators or patient navigators, help people manage their health information and understand their healthcare provider and insurance options. Patient coordinators must have exceptional communications skills and a thorough knowledge of medical terminology as well as health information technology.

Average salary: $69,790 per year, $33.55 per hour (source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)*

Job outlook: 7% increase from 2022-2032 (source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)*

Description: With experience, HIM professionals can advance to mid- and upper-level management roles, such as HIM director. The HIM director manages all operations and personnel in the HIM department and works with executive management to provide efficient and secure access to quality patient data. This position might also be called a Health Information Administrator or Manager.

Average salary: $134,440 per year, $64.64 per hour (source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)*

Job outlook: 28% increase from 2022-2032 (source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)*

How can I advance my career?

While earning a bachelor’s degree and continuing to earn experience will help you qualify for many different types of jobs, a master's degree may help you compete for upper-level healthcare management roles.

You may earn up to 12 dual credits to use towards an Master of Business Administration as part of the Herzing bachelor’s degree program.

Or leverage your existing skills and experience in health information into a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration degree program.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Finding your place and succeeding in your career depends on your strengths in relation to the skills needed in health information management, including:

  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Technical skills
  • Leadership skills

Because of the increased need for data-driven decision making and growth of information technology in healthcare, health information managers must be adept on the execution or managerial side of day-do-day tasks. Those strong on both sides can find great career success in HIM.

There are a few primary differences between medical billing and coding and health information management.

Those who work in medical billing and coding, who may be referred to as medical records specialists, play a key role in the healthcare revenue cycle, ensuring Electronic Medical Records (EMR) are assembled accurately and entered into health information systems properly. They communicate with healthcare staff, insurance companies, and patients to best represent services provided (coding) and secure payment for those services (billers).

Health Information Management professionals (sometimes referred to as Health Information Technology – HIT) are responsible for maintaining, analyzing, and optimizing these systems. Their role is more on the backend, emphasizing informatics and Information Technology (IT). These professionals create, manage, and analyze the systems billers and coders rely on to maintain the Electronic Health Record (EHR). They can also play a wider role in data analysis, management, protection, and administration of patient health information.

Certification is not a requirement for all health information management professionals, but it will give you an advantage in finding the job of your choice.

Two credentials in particular – RHIA and RHIT – can help you get your first job or push your career in health information management to the next level. Read more about what health information management certification is right for you.

You can make more than $190,000 at the highest positions in HIM medical and health services, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Medical and health service managers reportedly earn an average salary of $134,440 per year ($64.64 per hour).*

It all depends on your level of degree attained, certifications and experience in HIM. The ladder is tall and educated prospects are in high demand. Read more about the average salary for health information management jobs typically requiring an associate's or bachelor's degree in HIM.

The primary difference is:

  • Healthcare management refers to the practices and procedures involved with operating and supervising hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
  • Health information management involves the collection, analysis, maintenance and security of a healthcare facility’s billing, research, quality improvement and credentialing.

Both fields combine high-level business and day-to-day functions of a healthcare environment to support the delivery of excellent patient care.

Discover more details about the difference between healthcare management vs. health information management.

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Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA)

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management are eligible to take the Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) exam through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Graduates of the Associate of Science in Health Information Management are eligible to take the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Eligibility:

Only those who successfully:

  1. Complete a bachelor's degree in a HIM program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) or are enrolled in their last term of study
    OR
  2. Graduate from a HIM program that is approved by a foreign association with which AHIMA has a reciprocity agreement.

The most important steps to become a medical records technician are getting the proper education in billing and coding or HIM and becoming certified.

You’ll be in a great position to qualify for entry-level positions and begin your new career path.

Given the increased demand in the industry, wide range of jobs you can pursue and the average salary you can earn, going back to school and earning your degree in HIM is definitely worth it. It’s a field with high growth potential and excellent career mobility.

Yes! You can earn your degree in health information management online with Herzing University. Studying health information management online is a great way to learn new skills on your own schedule.

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This CAHIIM-accredited program prepares students with the necessary skills and knowledge in the health information management field for management positions in a variety of health-related settings including hospitals, clinics, long-term care settings, consulting firms, government agencies, insurance companies, and software vendors. A health information management professional is responsible for the management of health information systems consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, and legal requirements of the healthcare delivery system. They are experts in coding and classification systems, managing patient health information, and administrating computer information systems. Individuals with interests in computer science, business administration, health science, and healthcare administration are well-suited for a career in health information management. Upon completion of this degree, students are eligible to take the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification examination. Certification enhances employment opportunities but is not a state specific requirement.

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ProgramGraduation RateEmployment RateStudent Satisfaction Rate
Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management35%75%100%

Note (1): Program Graduation Rate is the number of students who complete the program in no more than 150% of the stated program length. The graduation rate percentage represents cohorts who started in 2017-2018 and were scheduled to graduate within 150% of the stated program length in 2021-2022. 

Note (2): Overall Program Employment Rate is based on students who graduated the program August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2022. 

Note (3): Student Satisfaction Rate is based on students who completed the Herzing University Student Satisfaction Survey during August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2022.

* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.

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Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Online Campus
Tuition
Cost per Credit$515.00
Base Tuition$63,860.00
Savings from Transfer Credits (93 x $515.00 )(-$47,895.00)
Estimated Tuition Cost*$15,965.00
Fees
One-time Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Learner Resource Fee$545.00
Estimated Total Fee*$1,635.00
Total Semesters 1
RequiredNeeded
93
Total Credits
RequiredNeeded
12431
Estimated Cost 2
Base CostYour Cost
$68,765.00$17,600.00
Estimated Savings*
$51,165.00

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Who Can Apply

Available to applicants who attended a college or university that closed within the last 12 months and were attending within 120 days of the school closure date

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a comparable program at Herzing University, submit a copy of an official transcript from the closed school, and complete the Closed School Discharge Disclosure

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The Crisis Support Grant is an emergency grant for active students experiencing a financial crisis

Requirements

GPA requirements must be met. All applicants must be actively enrolled in a degree-seeking program, have a record of good conduct, and financial standing with the university

Who Can Apply

All Herzing University students are eligible to apply via the formal application process outlined below. Students must apply prior to the start of either semester in their last academic year before graduation. The application period is open during the summer semester.

Requirements

An application including a personal statement, letters of recommendation, and examples of community service is required. In addition, the scholarship review committee may review GPA and unmet financial need as part of eligibility criteria.

Who Can Apply

Available to applicants in any program that demonstrate a financial need and are unable to cover the cost of attendance with alternative resources in their final academic year

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Must submit an application and have used all financial resources in the final academic year resulting in a gap in financial resources

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Must show financial need and are unable to cover cost of attendance with alternative resources

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Must be enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor program, on the Dean's or President's list, and submit an application.

Who Can Apply

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Requirements

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Requirements

Proof of Veteran (DD-214), Active Duty, or injured status is required. 

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Who Can Apply

Active Duty Servicemembers in undergraduate programs and National Guard or Reserves activated or actively training and drilling in preparation for potential activation

Requirements

Proof of active duty status is required

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Employees of a business participating in the Herzing Partnerships Program.

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Who Can Apply

Recipients must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program for the Fall with a Herzing University campus located within Wisconsin.

Requirements

Applicant's background must reflect one or more of the components as determined by the UPS Foundation and CIC's First Opportunity Program: first generation student, low-income, minority; or new American student.

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The program is designed to provide financial support for women that demonstrate leadership potential, initiative, and excellent communication skills and are pursuing a career or have an interest in public service, government, and/or the political process.

Requirements

To be considered for this scholarship, an applicant must be actively enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in good academic standing and plan to enroll in the Fall. In addition, an applicant must be a female resident of Wisconsin and have a financial need as determined by Herzing University based on eligibility for the Pell Grant.

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Rath Distinguished Scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement, merit, and leadership.

Requirements

Must be an actively enrolled student in good standing. If an entering first year student, the scholarship applicants must have graduated among the top 25 percent of their high school class. If a sophomore, junior, or senior, applicants must have demonstrated academic excellence by maintaining a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent). In addition, scholarship recipients are to demonstrate strong campus and community leadership. Applicants must be enrolled through the Fall semester. Scholars must be U.S. citizens; Wisconsin residents preferred.


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