Automation index
How much of a Health information technician’s job can AI already do?
An ICD-10 and a file come earlier. Coding it right and having the record when it is needed do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Health information technician
31%
AI can already do 31% of this job.
#43 / 623
View rankingHealth information technician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Code ICD, the discharge set and the episode.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Filing, scanning and the missing record.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Loans, copies and the judge who wants the file.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Documentation emergencies and the discharge that will not close.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Data quality, audits and billing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Confidentiality and not losing the record.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- code ICD-10
- discharge dataset
- file records
- loan records
- health documentation
- scan reports
- clinical data quality
- confidentiality
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-2072.00· ESCO/ISCO 3252
IS WORK OVER?
Nurse
24%
#266 / 623
View rankingNurse
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Record patients' medical information and vital signs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 48% | 28% | +13.4 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- care for patients
- diagnose
- nursing care
- clinical notes
- impact of social contexts on health
- specialist nursing care
- educate on the prevention of illness
- provide professional care in nursing
- contribute to continuity of health care
- promote a positive image of nursing
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1141.00· ESCO/ISCO 2221