Educating the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
UIC’s Health Information Management programs equip students with an in-depth understanding of cutting-edge practices and methodologies while applying real-world experiences to make a seamless transition from degree to the profession.
Options Designed to Fit Your Needs
- Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
- Master of Science in Health Information Management (PDF)
Program features include:
- 100% online to fit your busy schedule
- Learn advanced skills in a growing industry
- The Bachelor of Science degree allows you to sit for the RHIA exam (upon completion)
Overview of the Programs
Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
UIC’s online Bachelor HIM program was designed to prepare graduates to take the prestigious Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam. This dynamic degree program provides skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision making. As you work your way through the curriculum presented 100 percent online, you will also explore essential topics, such as coding, systems analysis, data quality management and health information research.
Master of Science in Health Information Management
The online Master of Science in Health Information Management imparts the technical knowledge and industry-specific skills to help you become an influential leader in today’s healthcare system. Our 12-course, 100 percent online program offers you a solid foundation in health information theory and practice.The carefully crafted curriculum prepares you to help organizations develop and implement effective health information management strategies, advance the quality of patient care and safeguard the integrity of electronic health records.
Health Information Management at UIC
The HIM programs provide skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision-making.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is expected to grow by 20% from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.
The Numbers Behind UIC’s Health Information Management Graduates:
94% of students who responded to a survey are satisfied with their academic experience in the program.
100% of employers who responded to a survey are satisfied with job performance of our graduates.
88% of graduates were employed in their field of choice within the first year of graduation.
Bonnie Siegel
Hear from an industry expert on how having a degree or advanced degree will put you ahead in the race to find a job, especially in the healthcare field.
Learn MoreKaren Patena, MBA, RHIA, FAHIMA
The Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential signifies that a person has competency in the skill sets of coding, management, technology, privacy, security, and data integrity. Our program allows students to sit for the RHIA exam.
Learn MoreCurriculum
The Health Information Management programs offered by UIC are designed to impart the knowledge and critical skills important for helping organizations develop and implement effective health information management strategies, advance the quality of patient care and safeguard the integrity of electronic health records. Many areas of study are covered in this 100 percent online program to help prepare students for the various roles defined by health information management.
BS HIM Courses
Modeled after the successful on-campus program, our 100 percent online Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program explores relevant topics, such as data coding and reimbursement systems, quality management, and health information systems. The cutting-edge curriculum provides skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision making.
View BSHIM CurriculumMaster of Science in Health Information Management
The program’s advanced curriculum presented 100 percent online offers a solid foundation in health information theory and practice. As a student, you will have the opportunity to expand upon your bachelor’s degree in education and gain the coveted leadership and management skills that can help you thrive in today’s ever-evolving healthcare industry.
View MS HIM CurriculumAccreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Resources
Articles
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Inpatient vs. Outpatient Coding: What’s the Difference?
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What is CDI in Healthcare?
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Unique Patient Identifiers: What Are They and Why Were They Banned by Congress?
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Webinars
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Growing your career in Health Information Management
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Trending Industry Topic: Telehealth
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Health Informatics with a Non-traditional Background
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Infographics
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Machine Learning in Healthcare: Examples, Tips & Resources for Implementing into Your Care Practice
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What is Healthcare Reimbursement? Definition, Models and Resources
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The Role of Health Informatics and Technology in Improving Older Adults’ Health
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Meet The Faculty
The HIM curriculum is taught by esteemed faculty who have held prestigious roles within the healthcare industry. UIC’s award-winning faculty members bring an unprecedented level of expertise and real-world experience into our online classrooms.
Andrew Boyd, MD
Associate Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Andrew Boyd, MDLois Hitchcock, MHA, RHIA, CPHQ
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Lois Hitchcock, MHA, RHIA, CPHQAshley M Hughes, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Ashley M Hughes, PhDMiriam Isola, DrPH
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Miriam Isola, DrPHOlympia A. Kalagidis, MS, MT (ASCP)
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Olympia A. Kalagidis, MS, MT (ASCP)Spyros Kitsiou, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Spyros Kitsiou, PhDJacob Krive, PhD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Jacob Krive, PhDElizabeth Lerner Papautsky, PhD
Research Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Elizabeth Lerner Papautsky, PhDKaren Patena, MBA, RHIA, FAHIMA
Clinical Associate Professor, Interim Associate Head, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Karen Patena, MBA, RHIA, FAHIMALawrence (Larry) Pawola
Clinical Professor Emeritus, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Lawrence (Larry) PawolaSanket Shah
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Sanket ShahEric Swirsky, JD
Clinical Associate Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Eric Swirsky, JDAnnette Valenta, DrPH
Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Annette Valenta, DrPHJune Wencel-Drake, PhD
Professor Emerita, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of June Wencel-Drake, PhDFelecia Williams, MPA, RHIA
Clinical Assistant Professor, Biomedical and Health Information Sciences
View Full Bio of Felecia Williams, MPA, RHIA