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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about Health Information Technology
Links on this page answer the most frequently asked questions by prospective students for each of our programs. The HIT Advisor is available for additional information. Contact Arlene Sattler at asattler@oakton.edu.
FAQ - Associate in Applied Science in Health Information Technology (HIT)
This 61 credit degree is designed to prepare students for AHIMA's Registered Health Information Technology (RHIT) certification exam.
FAQ - Medical Coding Certificate
This 29 credit program prepares students for detailed medical coding using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems and AHIMA's Certified Coding Associate certification exam.
FAQ - Medical Billing Certificate
This 11 credit program prepares students for billing positions using ICD-9-CM and CPT coding systems and for AHIMA's Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Office (CCS-P).
FAQ - Medical Office Management Certificate
This 26 credit program prepares students to provide supervisory direction in the medical office setting and for AHIMA's Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Office (CCS-P).
Our curriculum follows AHIMA's requirements for the RHIT, CCA, CCS, and CCS-P.
