Health information technology (HIT) is the comprehensive management of electronic health records, including patient medical histories and billing information such as hospital entry and consent forms, medical charts and X-rays.

The primary purpose of the Endowment is to provide a predictable and permanent source of funding for the University’s mission. The spending guideline calculates the amount of the Endowment the University spends for this purpose each year.

With nearly one-half of Business Office Managers in the United States reporting more than 10 years of experience in the field, this area is heavily weighted toward experienced professionals. Pay ranges from $29K to $64K per year and averages out to $46K annually.

The Atlanta, Georgia, area offers a few options for students planning a career in health information technology. This article looks at three schools, the most distant about 50 minutes from downtown, and the programs they offer. It also features a table of information about the schools that allows for easy comparisons.