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About Electronic Medical Records
The electronic medical records (EMR) certificate prepares students for entry-level medical records positions in hospitals, clinics, health planning agencies, insurance companies, nursing homes, health maintenance organizations, and ambulatory care centers, among others.
What do EMR Technicians do?
- Accurately review medical records
- Prepare files for long-term storage
- Compile statistics and data for use by other medical personnel
- Prepare medical reports
- Provide access to medical information for appropriate parties, such as third-party payers and attorneys
Interested in additional certificates in this field? Upon completion of the certificate, students may take the CMAA/CBCS/CEHRS exam through the National Healthcareer Association to become a certified Billing Coding Specialist.
