HIT 194 - Healthcare Delivery Systems

Institution:

Columbus Technical College

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Description:

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the basic structures and operations of the United States healthcare industry. The course focuses on the conceptual basis for the system its historical origins the structures of ambulatory care, inpatient care and other important services structures and the impact these structures have on the cost and quality of healthcare. Students will analyze the organizational structure of healthcare facilities including professional and medical staff, administration and the governing board. Consideration for healthcare regulatory agencies will be examined throughout this course. Prerequisites: HIT 191, HIT 192, HIT 193

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.columbustech.edu/

Phone Number:

(706) 649-1800

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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