Q. How can I become an Electronic Medical Records Specialist?
A. Becoming an Electronic Medical Records Specialist typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, the next step is to sit for and pass an industry certification exam. USCI’s EMR Certificate Program prepares you for the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
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Q. What does an Electronic Medical Records Specialist do?
A. Electronic Medical Records Specialists review and organize patient health data in both digital and hard-copy formats. They ensure the quality, accuracy, and security of critical documentation. Some of the managed data includes patient medical histories, physician exams, test results as well as demographic and insurance information.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified?
A. While certification isn’t required, certified Electronic Medical Records Specialists may have a better chance at getting a job. Upon graduation from our program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. Also, U.S. Career Institute’s Electronic Medical Records Specialist program prepares you to sit for the CEHRS certification exam through the NHA. USCI will reimburse graduates for their study materials and exam fee (paid in full status required). $200 value.
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Q. What is the growth potential of an Electronic Medical Records Specialist?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Electronic Medical Records Specialists jobs are expected to increase 2% 2022 to 2032.*
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Q. What is the salary of an Electronic Medical Records Specialist?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Electronic Medical Records Specialists earn up to $47,900 a year.*
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Q. How much does an Electronic Medical Records Specialist Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $979 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Electronic Medical Records Specialist Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as an Electronic Medical Records Specialist?
A. Medical records and health information technicians typically work in offices and may spend many hours in front of computer monitors. Some technicians may work from home.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Electronic Medical Records Specialist program?
A. Skills covered in the Electronic Medical Records Specialist Program include Roles of Healthcare Professionals, Medical Terminology, Types of Healthcare Insurance, Diagnostic and Procedural Coding Manuals, Documentation Process, Healthcare Law Compliance, Creating Records and Scheduling Appointments, Practice Management Software, Reporting Statistics and Calculations, And Much More!
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