A career in health information management combines the disciplines of medicine, information management, computer technology, finance, and law within the health care industry.

HIM professionals bring unique skills to the healthcare industry. These skills include the ability to:

• Manage medical records and health information systems
• Enhance the quality and uses of data within the healthcare industry
• Summarize data into useful information
• Comply with standards and regulations regarding health information
• Protect the privacy and security of patient health information
• Ensure health information is complete and available to authorized users
• Code health information for reimbursement and research.

Within the Department of Health Information Management, interested students can obtain an Associate of Science Degree in Health Information Technology or a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Information Administration. For information on related credentialing exams and career opportunities, please refer to the specific degree information that follows. 

Programs’ Mission, Vision and Goals of the Health Information Management Programs.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Indiana University Northwest Health Information Management programs is to provide a quality health information education that prepares students to fulfill the roles of competent and ethical practitioners in the 21st century. The Program seeks to instill student values related to the privacy, security, integrity, and accuracy of patient health information, thereby helping to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. 

Vision

Students will be prepared to become active citzens, lifelong learners, and enjoy successful careers as part of the healthcare team in Health Information, Informatics, and Information Governance to advance professional practice and standards.

Program Goals

The programs continuously review the appropriateness and effectiveness of the curriculum, with the results of the program assessment used as the basis for ongoing planning and improvement.  This review is met by utilizing a dedicated Program faculty, clinical faculty, and an advisory board. With strong faith in these professionals, we set forth the following student learning goals:

1. To demonstrate competence in curricular standards as set forth by the AHIMA
2. To effectively carry out the functions of the health information management discipline
3. To be prepared for continued learning at a graduate level of study
4. To be actively engaged within the health information professional community