HIMT 1100 - Introduction to Health Information Data Management

Institution:

Lakeland Community College

Subject:

Health Information Mgmt Tech

Description:

Prerequisite: admission to Health Information Management Technology program This course introduces students to the various roles of the health information management technician within the healthcare system and professional organizations in which the health information management technician is affiliated. Students will explore the various functions performed under the auspices of health information management; the technology used to perform these functions; and purposes, uses, and flow of patient information through the healthcare delivery system. Students will also gain an introduction to the use and structure of healthcare data elements, data sets, and data standards, and their relationship to primary and secondary record systems and health information processing. (3 contact hours)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.lakelandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(440) 525-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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