Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Provider Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246Y00000X
HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Health Information Specialists/Technologists.
As of today, the following are the total number of Health Information Specialists/Technologists nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Health Information Specialists/Technologists who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
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What do Health Information Specialists/Technologists do?
Health Information Specialists/Technologists manage patient health data by collecting, analyzing, and ensuring the privacy and security of electronic health records (EHRs) to enhance healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and support informed clinical decision-making.
They utilize their expertise in data, technology, and medical terminology to organize health information, ensure regulatory compliance (such as HIPAA), and assist in designing and maintaining healthcare information systems.
Responsibilities
Data Management: Collecting, indexing, storing, and retrieving patient-specific information within electronic health records (EHRs).
Data Analysis: Analyzing clinical data to identify trends in patient care, evaluate the effectiveness of treatments, and support public health initiatives.
System Design & Maintenance: Helping to design, develop, and maintain electronic healthcare information systems and databases to improve data flow and integration.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring all health information practices adhere to legal and ethical regulations, particularly HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) for patient privacy and data security.
Medical Coding: Using classification software to code diagnoses and procedures for insurance reimbursement and data analysis purposes.
Technology Training: Training healthcare providers and other staff on how to effectively use and navigate EHR software and other health IT systems.
Environement
Health information professionals work in various healthcare settings, including:
- Technology companies
- Hospitals
- Physician offices
- Long-term care facilities
- Public health agencies
- Health insurance companies
Specialty Health Information Specialists/Technologists
Hospital-Based Coding Specialists
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246YC3301X
Hospital-based coding specialists translate patient diagnoses and medical procedures into standardized codes, enabling accurate medical records, efficient billing, and proper insurance reimbursement for the healthcare facility.
They review patient charts to assign codes from systems like ICD-10 and CPT, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining patient privacy by handling sensitive health information securely.
Physician Office-Based Coding Specialists
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246YC3302X
Physician Office-Based Coding Specialists analyze medical records to assign standardized alphanumeric codes for diagnoses and procedures, acting as a liaison between healthcare providers and insurance companies to ensure accurate billing, timely reimbursement, and proper record-keeping.
Their duties include reviewing patient documents, using specialized software to apply codes from the CPT and ICD-10 systems, and managing claims and patient accounts to ensure correct payment for services.
Registered Record Administrators
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246YR1600X