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Health Information Management Day

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🌆 Lawrence, KS

About this event

Be part of one of the fastest growing careers in healthcare! Health information management is a combination of business, health science and information technology. Stop by the Kansas Union this Wednesday, November 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the lobby area (level 4 - look for the set up in the picture) to make new conn...

Be part of one of the fastest growing careers in healthcare! Health information management is a combination of business, health science and information technology. Stop by the Kansas Union this Wednesday, November 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the lobby area (level 4 - look for the set up in the picture) to make new connections from KU Medical Center, gather information and get some SWAG. A bachelor’s degree in health information management can lead to career opportunities like these: Medical coder: salary range $48K-$73K per year.Health care information manager: salary range $57K-$91K per year.Medical auditor: salary range $98K-$183K per year.Population health analyst: salary range $83K-$149K per year.Data analyst: salary range $72K-$121K per year.Health info. consultant: salary range $80K-$142K per year.Clinical systems manager: salary range $115K-$184K per year.Privacy officer: salary range $117K-$219K per year.Source: Glassdoor.com This bachelor's degree also creates a pathway to master's degree study: B.S. in HIM to Master of Business Administration "fast track" program.B.S. in HIM to Master of Health Services Administration "bridge" program.B.S. in HIM with M.S. in Health Informatics "dual degree" program. Consider health information management if any of these apply to you: ✓ Thinking about changing majors and would like to do something unique. ✓See yourself in a career that offers diverse opportunities. ✓Want to work in health care, but not directly with patients. ✓I am concerned about what my salary will be when I enter the workforce. ✓Have an aptitude for science and interest in management, law and computers. ✓Want a career with options to work on your own, with others or both. ✓Enjoy working with physicians, nurses, lawyers, administrators and executives. To learn more about the wide array of career avenues in this profession, visit this online career map Take advantage of these unique opportunities MetroRate: Missouri students qualify for Kansas in-state tuition for this academic program, if your official home residence is in one of the following counties: Bates, Buchanan, Cass, Clay, Clinton, Henry, Jackson, Johnson, Lafayette, Platte or Ray. More info. U-CHaMP: the Underserved Communities Have a Medical Provider (U-ChaMP) program provides students from underserved backgrounds an opportunity to enroll in an academic program in the School of Health Professions. Students will gain leadership skills, receive unique mentoring and advising opportunities, enjoy immersive clinical experiences and become eligible to apply for a substantial scholarship. Learn more. For any questions contact Alex Lopez at alopez12@kumc.edu

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The Kansas Union is a historic and beloved student union on the University of Kansas campus offering large event spaces, study areas, dining options, and student-run programs including a top-rated college radio station. It hosts over 28 reservable spaces across three buildings, making it a central hub for meetings, con...

The Kansas Union is a historic and beloved student union on the University of Kansas campus offering large event spaces, study areas, dining options, and student-run programs including a top-rated college radio station. It hosts over 28 reservable spaces across three buildings, making it a central hub for meetings, conferences, and community events. The venue fosters a strong sense of community and belonging through its welcoming spaces and diverse programming.