Electronic Health Records Management (EHRM)

1. Program Overview: Electronic Health Records Management (EHRM) The EHRM program trains individuals to manage, update, and maintain electronic health records in medical settings. As healthcare moves from paper-based records to digital systems, roles for professionals who understand health information systems, regulatory compliance, privacy laws, and billing/reimbursement via electronic data interchange are increasingly in demand. This program readies learners to perform a variety of tasks around health information technology, legal requirements, and administrative processes in healthcare. Program Duration & Certification Opportunities ● Duration is approximately 4 months, which allows for focused but thorough training. ● Graduates are set up to sit for national certifying exams such as the Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) and an Electronic Health Records Management (EHRM) certification. ● The program includes video‐based lessons, mentor support, practical software use, externship options (where available), and hands-on lab experiences to build real-world skills. Key Learning Objectives & Skills Graduates of the EHRM program will be able to: ● Understand the role of an EHR Specialist: what their duties are, how health records are organized, stored, and accessed in medical facilities. ● Explain and apply legal requirements related to health records: patient privacy, confidentiality, release of information, laws/regulations governing health data. ● Use EHR software to perform typical tasks: data entry, chart assembly, record retrieval, information management, updating records, ensuring data accuracy. ● Understand how health records tie into billing and reimbursement: how claim information is derived from health record documentation. ● Maintain medical, accreditation, and regulatory standards for health record-keeping. Core Course Topics & Modules Some typical modules or topics included in EHRM training are:

2. ● Healthcare Information Systems & EHR Workflow: how patient information flows through clinical settings; differences between paper versus electronic records; system features. ● Regulation, Privacy & Compliance: legal protection of health information, privacy acts, confidentiality, accreditation standards, security policy and safeguards. ● Fundamentals of Health Data & Record Management: data entry, retention, retrieval, chart organization, use of standardized code sets (ICD, CPT, etc.), release of information. ● Use of EHR Software & Practical Application: hands-on with EHR tools, simulating real tasks like patient registration, managing exam/treatment data, uploading documentation. ● Billing & Reimbursement Linkages: understanding how documentation and claims are connected; insurance and payment methods; how accurate health records support correct billing. Work Environments & Roles EHR Specialists work in diverse healthcare settings, including: ● Hospitals and clinics (both inpatient and outpatient) where electronic medical records must be maintained. ● Physician’s offices and specialty practices. ● Long-term care and rehabilitation centers, where records management and compliance are critical. ● Medical billing and insurance companies, as EHR data is used for claims and reimbursement. Skills & Competencies Gained Learners completing an EHRM program typically build: ● Technical proficiency with EHR software: data entry, retrieval, report generation, navigating electronic systems. ● Accurate documentation skills: ensuring data completeness, consistency, avoiding errors; understanding medical terminology and coding. ● Understanding of legal/regulatory frameworks: privacy laws, health information security, confidentiality, HIPAA or equivalent regulation. ● Organizational and time management skills: managing records, handling administrative tasks, balancing multiple duties. ● Communication & collaboration: working with clinical staff, insurance agents, other healthcare team members; explaining record requirements clearly.

3. Career & Job Market Insights ● Employment demand for EHR specialists is growing as healthcare providers continue expanding digital record systems. ● Job titles may include health information technician, patient registration specialist, records clerk, EHR data entry specialist, medical billing support. ● Certification (such as CEHRS or similar) is often valued by employers and can improve employability.