M.Sc. Medical Records Sciences
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Medical Records Sciences program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide advanced knowledge and practical training in the management, organization, and security of healthcare data. This postgraduate program equips students with the skills required to handle medical records efficiently and in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum focuses on areas such as health information management, medical coding and billing, electronic health records (EHR), data privacy, and the use of information technology in healthcare. Students gain hands-on experience in managing large volumes of medical data, ensuring its accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility for healthcare professionals.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Medical Records Managers, Health Information Technologists, and Data Analysts’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Medical Records Sciences along with plenty of job opportunities globally in hospitals, healthcare organizations, insurance companies, and research institutions.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
The minimum eligibility is a B.Sc. degree in Health Information Management, Medical Records, Medical Sciences or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Medical Records Sciences curriculum provides advanced training in health information management, medical records administration, data analysis, and healthcare compliance. This program prepares students for roles in hospitals, healthcare facilities, and health information management companies.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Health Information Management, Medical Terminology and Anatomy, Medical Coding and Classification, Health Data Collection and Analysis, Practical: Medical Coding Techniques |
Semester 2 | Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management, Healthcare Laws and Ethics, Health Informatics, Quality Control in Medical Records, Practical: EHR Management |
Semester 3 | Data Analysis for Health Records, Research Methodology and Biostatistics, Health Information Systems, Privacy and Security in Healthcare, Practical: Health Data Analytics |
Semester 4 | Medical Records Management, Healthcare Facility Operations, Thesis/Research Project, Practical: Medical Records Unit Operations |
- Health Information Management: Proficiency in managing medical records, including data collection, coding, classification, and retention.
- Medical Coding and Documentation: Skills in medical coding (ICD, CPT) for accurate healthcare billing and documentation.
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Management: Knowledge of EHR systems, data entry, and management of patient information in digital formats.
- Data Analysis and Quality Control: Expertise in analyzing health records for accuracy, quality, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Privacy and Security in Healthcare: Understanding of data privacy laws and security protocols to protect patient information.
- Healthcare Facility Operations Management: Skills in managing healthcare operations, patient data flow, and administrative tasks related to medical records.
- Certification in Medical Coding (ICD/CPT): Specialized training in coding standards used in healthcare billing and documentation.
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Certification: Focuses on EHR system management, data security, and patient information handling.
- Health Data Analytics Certification: Emphasizes data analysis techniques specific to healthcare records for insights and decision-making.
- Privacy and Security in Healthcare Certification: Covers healthcare regulations like HIPAA (or equivalent), data security, and patient confidentiality.
- Healthcare Compliance and Quality Control Certification: Training in maintaining quality standards and compliance in medical record management.
- Ph.D. in Health Information Management or Health Informatics
- Fellowship in Health Data Analytics
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Compliance
- Advanced Certifications in Health Informatics or Data Security
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Medical Records Technician, Health Information Technician | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Senior Medical Records Officer, EHR Specialist | ₹6,50,000 – ₹9,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Health Information Manager, Data Quality Analyst | ₹9,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Director of Health Information Services, Chief Medical Records Officer | ₹12,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 150000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 30000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 15000 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 7500 ₹ |
