HIT 202 - Legal Aspects of Hit

Institution:

Atlanta Technical College

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Description:

This course focuses on the study of legal principles related to patient care, medical records, and health information. Also addressed are legal terminology and procedures, court systems, and liability of health care providers. Importance of medical records as a legal document and the effect of confidentiality on release of information function; record retention and destruction of records are studied; current legal issues, ethics and laws are discussed. Hours: Class/Week 2 D.Lab/Week 2 Credit 3 Prerequisite: Program admission

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.atlantatech.edu/

Phone Number:

(404) 225-4400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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