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Medical Records and Health Information Technicians

Also known as: Applications Analyst, Business Office Representative, Cancer Registrar, Certified Coding Specialist, Certified Medical Coder, Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Clinical Analyst, Clinical Data Specialist, Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS), Clinical Office Technician

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.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma48%
Some College11%
Post-Secondary Certificate21%
Associate's Degree20%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None12%
Up to 1 month9%
3-6 months3%
6 months - 1 year40%
1-2 years20%
2-4 years14%
4-6 years2%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None1%
Up to 1 month40%
1-3 months31%
3-6 months14%
6 months - 1 year4%
1-2 years5%
2-4 years4%
4-6 years1%

How AI Impacts Each Task

22 tasks analyzed

Assign the patient to diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), using appropriate computer software.

Protect the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained.

Review records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulations.

Process patient admission or discharge documents.

Transcribe medical reports.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailCooperationDependabilityIntegrityIndependenceInitiativeAdaptability/FlexibilitySelf ControlAnalytical ThinkingConcern for OthersAchievement/EffortPersistence
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