Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
Become a Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
Certified Electronic Health Records Specialists use digital classification systems to code and categorize patient data for insurance reimbursement needs and accurate medical treatment records. Skilled EHR Specialists provide critical support in the proper handling of patient information by ensuring data is accurate, organized and secure.
- 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
CEHRS Program
Earn your electronic health record specialist certification at UIW and play a vital role in ensuring patient data is secure and accurate. Gain the skills required to become an administrative asset in any healthcare environment and earn your EHR Specialist Certification through the National Healthcareers Association (NHA) in as little as four months.
The UIW CEHRS training course will equip you with the knowledge and experience necessary to pass the NHA certification exam and become a valuable member of a health information management team. Earning your EHR certification opens a range of employment opportunities in to hospitals, physician offices, surgery centers, nursing homes, mental health facilities and even insurance companies and consulting firms.
Course Cost
Tuition: $4,200Materials and NHA certification exam included in cost of program.
Course Dates
Dates: June 21 – September 20, 2025
Schedule: Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Skip Dates: July 25 and August 30
12 weeks, virtual-live synchronous course
Job outlook for Electronic Health Records Specialists
- Medical records technicians/health record specialists have ample job opportunities. According to CareerExplorer.com, demand for health records professionals is expected to grow by 13.5% between now and 2026.
- According to PayScale.com, health records specialists earn $49,000 per year on average.
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. ZipRecruiter.com reports that most employers will require that remote team members have strong, secure internet connections and most will require certification.