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Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist Program

The Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage electronic health records in a healthcare setting. As a CEHRS, individuals will play a vital role in ensuring patient data is secure and accurate.

Program Overview

The CEHRS program at the University of the Incarnate Word will prepare students to utilize EHR software for health record management. Students will learn how to:

• Audit patient records for compliance
• Abstract clinical information for reports
• Perform basic coding to submit reimbursement claims
• Process Release of Information (ROI) requests for medical records
• Review patient records to ensure completion and accuracy
• Collect patient demographic and insurance information
• Discuss patient information with physicians and insurance professionals

Program Details

• The program is 12 weeks long and is offered in a virtual-live synchronous format.
• Classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• The program includes tuition, materials, and the NHA certification exam.
• The total cost of the program is $4,200.

Career Opportunities

EHR specialists are in high demand in the healthcare industry. They can work in a variety of settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Physician offices
• Surgery centers
• Nursing homes
• Mental health facilities
• Insurance companies
• Consulting firms

EHR Specialist FAQs

• How are electronic health records used in healthcare?: Electronic health records (EHR) are portable records of a patient's healthcare experience. This responsibility helps doctors see and treat patients more efficiently and may help reduce errors in medical procedures and their documentation.
• What does an electronic health records specialist do?: EHR specialists focus on the electronic documentation of the patient's care and condition. Common EHR job activities may include:
  • Auditing patient records for compliance with government or insurance requirements
  • Abstracting clinical information for reporting purposes
  • Performing basic coding for reimbursement claims
  • Processing Release of Information (ROI) requests for medical records
  • Reviewing patient records for completion and accuracy
  • Collecting patient information for demographic and insurance reports
  • Discussing patient information with physicians and insurance professionals
• Is electronic health records a good career for remote work?: Because electronic records are held and updated online, EHR Specialist is considered an option for a remote or home-based career. Most employers will require that remote team members have strong, secure internet connections and most will require certification.