Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)
This comprehensive online program prepares you for proper handling of patient data, fundamental health records management, medical office procedures and so much more. Watch our program sneak peek below!
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We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.
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MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.
What Does a Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist Do?
1,615
Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Understand basic human anatomy and utilize medical terminology in a healthcare facility
- Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
- Accurately obtain patient information, verify insurance coverage, and prepare forms and reports
- Employ Electronic Health Record and related Practice Management applications
- Comprehend the use of Diagnosis and Procedure codes in the medical record
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- eBooks: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Job Opportunities
Entry-Level
$25,000 – $63,000
Estimated Salary
Career Potential
$35,000 – $74,000
Estimated Salary
$32,000 – $69,000
Estimated Salary
Disclaimers
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
Mental Health Support Professional Online Certification Training—Frequently Asked Questions
Medical Records Managers, otherwise known as Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialists, are responsible for handling patient data, direct contact with patients, basic coding, filing medical records and many other front of office tasks.
The job outlook for medical records specialists is projected to grow by 8% from now until the end of 2033, a rate that is considered faster than average. This growth is driven by the increasing need for skilled professionals to manage and organize health information efficiently in a variety of healthcare settings.
The average starting salary for medical records managers is $36,000. Salaries can vary based on location, experience and the specific setting in which they work.
To become a Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training through an institution such as MedCerts. Then, you will qualify for two certification exams through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS).
In the online Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records program, you’ll learn:
- Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
- HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
- Obtaining Patient Information, Verifying Insurance Coverage and Reporting
- Electronic Health Record and Related Practice Management Applications
- Use of Diagnosis and Procedure Codes in the Medical Record
To enroll in the Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment.
The cost of the program is $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CMAA and CEHRS examinations.
MedCerts offers various payment options for the Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records program, including monthly payments as low as $346 or the option to utilize government grant funding.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total duration of MedCerts’ EHR program is 19 weeks if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
MedCerts’ certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction.
Required courses for this program include Professionalism in Allied Health, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office Basics, Medical Office Procedures and Administration and Electronic Health Records.
MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS). Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include the cost of the national certification exam. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authority, the National Healthcareer Association. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
There are no clinical requirements for the CMAA or CEHRS certifications.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
