1. Medical Information Technology

2. Key Points What credentials can you earn in the MIT program?
What potential jobs are available after completing the MIT program?
What national certifications can students take after graduating from the MIT program?
What four-year degree do most students pursue after completing the MIT program?

3. Credentials
AAS (Associate of Applied Science) Degree in Medical Information Technology (Five Tracks Available)
Electronic Medical Records Track
Medical Administrative Track
Medical Coding Track
Medical Office Management Track
Medical Transcriptionist Track

4. Credentials (cont) Diplomas Available:
Medical Administrative Assistant (49 Credit Hours)
Medical Records Specialist (37 Credit Hours)
These two diplomas qualify for 32 hours of free tuition under the Work Ready Kentucky program.

5. Credentials (cont) Certificates Available:
Electronic Health Records Specialist (28-30 Credit Hours)
Hospital Admissions Specialist (30 Credit Hours)
Medical Coding (22 Credit Hours)
Medical Receptionist (15 Credit Hours)
Medical Scribe (28 Credit Hours)
Medical Transcriptionist (24 Credit Hours)
Medical Unit Coordinator (31 Credit Hours)
These seven certificates qualify for 32 hours of free tuition under the Work Ready Kentucky program.

6. Job Duties for . . . Electronic Health Records Specialists
Manage medical records.
Review each patient’s physical chart.
Include the medical history, doctor’s notes and current medications into the medical record.
Enter information into a database system.
Job Duties for . . .
Electronic Health Records Specialist

7. Job Duties for . . . Medical Administrative Assistant
Keep all patient files organized.
Maintain the front office.
File medical records and handle administrative duties.
Answer phones.
Schedule appointments.
Manage insurance forms.
Job Duties for . . .
Medical Administrative Assistant

8. Job Duties for . . . Medical Coder Review patient medical records.
Assign codes to diagnoses and procedures performed so the facility can bill insurance and other third-party payers as well as the patient.
Job Duties for . . .
Medical Coder

9. Job Duties for . . . Medical Office Manager
Hire, terminate, and train staff.
Supervise office staff.
Oversee billing, coding, and collections.
Maintain medical records.
Reconcile account information.
Pay medical bills.
Order medical and office supplies.
Arrange cleaning staff.
Assess employee performance.
Delegate responsibilities.
Job Duties for . . .
Medical Office Manager

10. Job Duties for . . . Medical Transcriptionist or Medical Scribe:
MTs listen to dictation and transcribe verbatim.
MTs must be well versed in medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, and English.
Scribes work under the demands of highly trained medical personnel.
Scribes must be on their feet all day, possess excellent communication skills, and knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy/physiology.
Scribe certification is not mandatory and not required by The Joint Commission.
Job Duties for . . .
Medical Transcriptionist/Medical Scribe

11. Potential Jobs Electronic Health Records Specialist
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Coder (Outpatient)
Medical Office Manager
Medical Transcriptionist
Medical Scribe
Hospital Admissions Specialist
Medical Receptionist
Medical Unit Coordinator

12. Examples of Some Courses Required in MIT Curriculum
General Education Classes (19 hours):
English 101
Quantitative Reasoning (Math)
Social/Behavioral Sciences
Heritage/Humanities
Oral Communications
Natural Science (Anatomy and Physiology with Lab)
Track Requirements (15 hours)
Technical Core (30 hours):
Introduction to Computers
Document Formatting and Word Processing
Medical Information Management
Electronic Medical Records
Software Integration
Medical Office Terminology
Medical Insurance
Medical Office Procedures
Medical Practice Management
MIT 295—MIT Capstone (Internship) 120 hour practicum with 15 contact lecture hours

13. Salaries
Salaries and benefit packages vary by employer, geographical region, experience, and training.
Electronic Health Records Specialist (Average Salary $22,894- $39,870)
Medical Administrative Assistant (Average Salary $36,000)
Medical Office Manager (Average Salary $50,000)
Medical Scribe (Average Salary $25,427-$33,580)
Medical Transcriptionist (Average Salary $36,000)
Medical Coder (Average Salary $40,000)

14. National Certifications
CEHRS (Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist) thru NHA (National Healthcareer Association)
CMAS (Certified Medical Administrative Specialist) thru NHA (National Healthcareer Association)
CPC (Certified Professional Coder) thru the AAPC (American Association of Professional Coders)
CCA (Certified Coding Associate) thru AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association)
CBCS (Certified Billing and Coding Specialist) thru NHA (National Healthcareer Association)

15. National Certifications (cont)
CPPM (Certified Physician Practice Management) thru the AAPC (American Association of Professional Coders)
CMT (Certified Medical Transcriptionist) thru the AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)
CMSS (Certified Medical Scribe Specialist) thru the ACCIM (American College of Clinical Information Managers)

16. Four-Year Degree (Western Kentucky University)
KCTCS AAS+AA to WKU BS in Health Science

17. Any Questions???