A Health Information Coder is an important member of the health care team and contributes in varied health care settings, both inpatient and outpatient. Skills which are needed that will be included in the certification include anatomy and physiology of the human body, disease process, medical terminology, knowledge of content of medical record and knowledge of the coding systems - their conventions and principles. The demand for qualified coders is great. Coding skills are essential to health care facilities to receive proper reimbursement as well as to tract their populations. Salaries are among the highest in the Health Information field.
Opportunities are available for coders, since it is such a unique skill.