HIT 230 - Medicolegal Aspects

Institution:

West Virginia Northern Community College

Subject:

Health Information Technology

Description:

A comprehensive study of health information and the law. The course provides the student with knowledge regarding sources of law, civil procedures and trial practices, security and disclosure of information. The court system is introduced followed by topics focusing on liability, confidentiality, disclosure (release of information) and various consents.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wvncc.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 233-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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