Summary
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Quick Facts: Medical Records and Health Information Technicians | |
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$40,350 per year
$19.40 per hour |
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Postsecondary nondegree award | |
None | |
None | |
215,500 | |
11% (Much faster than average) | |
23,100 |
What Medical Records and Health Information Technicians Do
Medical records and health information technicians organize and manage health information data.
Work Environment
Medical records and health information technicians typically work in offices and may spend many hours in front of computer monitors. Some technicians may work from home.
How to Become a Medical Records or Health Information Technician
Health information technicians typically need a postsecondary certificate to enter the occupation, although some may need an associate’s degree. Certification is often required.
Pay
The median annual wage for medical records and health information technicians was $40,350 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Employment of medical records and health information technicians is projected to grow 11 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. The demand for health services is expected to increase as the population ages.
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