We all go to the doctor or hospital at some point in time for health care services. Our healthcare providers collect our personal information, which is used to diagnose, treat, and bill for services rendered. Personal information is considered protected health information (PHI) and is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)....Read More

Although what qualifies as a “best job” is subjective, U.S. News & World Report used universally desired criteria to determine their rankings. Only jobs with the largest number and percentage of projected openings were included. Other criteria included median salary, job growth and low unemployment percentage.Read More

EKU instructor, Heather Tudor believes in taking an active part in her student’s educational experience and encouraging hands-on learning. She goes above and beyond to ensure her online students have opportunities to interact and engage with her. Tudor’s enthusiasm for her field and dedication to helping students prepare to make their mark in healthcare makes...Read More

Travis Cook is a student in Eastern Kentucky University’s online bachelor’s degree in health services administration program. He currently works as a physical therapy assistant for Amedisys Home Health and is interested in changing careers. He recently shared his thoughts about his EKU Online experience.Read More

I knew Eastern Kentucky University’s Health Services Administration (HSA) program was right for me the second I began the core classes. All through high school I knew that I wanted a career in healthcare, but I did not want to be a nurse. After much research, I found the HSA program and investigated the degree...Read More

Congratulations, you got an interview for the job! You have done your research on the company, planned the perfect interview outfit, practiced interview questions and written questions for your interviewer. What’s next? Soon, you’ll be face to face explaining why you are the best candidate for the job and what sets you apart from other...Read More

As you work through a healthcare program, you study the regulations, care/payment models, and technology initiatives of today, but tomorrow will be different. Staying informed on the changes of tomorrow will prepare and supplement your education today. I graduated four years ago and the textbook my class used mentions very little of telehealth, remote patient...Read More

My professional practice experience with a large healthcare system in Kentucky allowed me to test my skills with a challenging project. The site manager was so impressed I was offered a full-time position on the team. This was an entry level position that required the RHIA or RHIT. I was often pulled to work on...Read More

One of the most beneficial ways to advance your career is to be involved in relevant professional organizations. Professional organizations offer the opportunity for you to gain leadership skills, stay current with emerging industry topics, and expand your network both locally and beyond. The Kentucky Health Information Management Association (KHIMA) is the local chapter association...Read More

In February 2020, the Lexington VA Health Care System (LVAHCS) assembled our Incident Command for the first time in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Two years later, we are still meeting to ensure things are running smoothly. I cannot articulate clearly enough the strain that has on a system or organization, especially a health care...Read More