Medical Records Specialists
SOC Code: 29-2072
Medical Records Specialistss assign the patient to diagnosis-related groups (drgs), using appropriate computer software. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 85.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation.
AI-Proof Score: 85.8 — Very High
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Median Salary
$50,250
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Job Growth
7.1%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Common Tasks
- ✓Assign the patient to diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), using appropriate computer software.
- ✓Compile and maintain patients' medical records to document condition and treatment and to provide data for research or cost control and care improvement efforts.
- ✓Consult classification manuals to locate information about disease processes.
- ✓Enter data, such as demographic characteristics, history and extent of disease, diagnostic procedures, or treatment into computer.
- ✓Identify, compile, abstract, and code patient data, using standard classification systems.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation