HEIT 258 - Quality Assessment, Utilization Review & Risk Management

Institution:

San Diego Mesa College

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Description:

This course introduces the concepts of quality assessment (QA), utilization review (UR), and risk management (RM) in health care to the Health Information Technology student. Topics included are purpose, philosophy, historical development, analysis techniques, and program development strategies. Quality assessment activities in Medical Staff appointment/reappointment process are covered. Additional topics include physician confidentiality issues and key concepts in continuous quality improvement (CQI)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sdmesa.edu/

Phone Number:

(619) 388-2604

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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