HIMS 210 - Quality Assurance

Institution:

Southwestern Michigan College

Subject:

Health Info Mgt System (HIMS)

Description:

Allowable Times for Credit: 1.00 Maximum Credits Allowed: ACH: 49.20-69.60 Lab: 0.00- Credits: 3.00- Contact Hrs: 3.00- Lecture: 3.00- Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in HEED 118 and HIMS 101. This course reviews the concepts and procedures utilized in the performance of quality assurance in the health care system. Emphasis is placed on the role of the health records technician in the utilization review function of the facility. Students will participate in research of QA areas specific to JCAHO and AOA guidelines. Group and individual assignments will be completed in the following areas of study: quality assurance and management, performance improvement, statistical presentation, resource management, and risk management. [Semesters Offered: Winter]

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.swmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 782-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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