HIT 101 - Introduction to Health Information Technology

Institution:

Onondaga Community College

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Description:

This course introduces the Health Information Technology student to the health care delivery system including maintenance and acquisition of health data/information. History of the profession and the role of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) will be covered. Health information management including: numbering and filing methods, storage and retention of health records, design and maintenance of medical forms, quantitative analysis, and indices will be included. In addition the role of accrediting and regulatory agencies will be reviewed. Three hours lecture and one hour laboratory. Co-requisite: CIS 100.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sunyocc.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 498-2622

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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