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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the history of the profession of the health information technician and the management of health information. Students learn about the organization of health care facilities, the members of the health care team who contribute to and use health information, and trends in the management of health care records. Students will learn about the format and content of medical records, and develop a beginning knowledge of the organization and storage of health information. Prerequisite: none
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to common 3rd party payors, insurance terminology, and medical billing including claim forms preparation and processing, electronic claim submission, and a review of introductory medical coding. It provides an overview of medical office accounting procedures, and introduces the features of a patient billing system. Software is used to simulate a medical office environment. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
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30.00 Credits
This course offers supervised practical experience in a simulated campus or online setting, or a health care facility arranged by the student, with a minimum of 30 hours of practical experience in medical coding under the direction of a college HIT/Coding instructor or practicing medical coding professional. The practicum offers the student experience as a medical coder using actual or simulated medical documentation, and is essential to training. Prerequisite: Ambulatory Care Coding
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the United States healthcare system. The history of the evolution of health care will be explored, along with the role of local, state, and federal government in healthcare delivery. An introduction to a variety of provider models and service delivery systems found in both private and public healthcare facilities will be covered, including different types of healthcare facilities. The influence of reimbursement methodologies and finance on healthcare delivery will be explored. Prerequisite: none
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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the concept of managed care and the theory, issues, and controversy surrounding the managed-care delivery system. Prerequisite: Introduction to Healthcare Administration
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an exploration of the administrative principles and practices within healthcare organizations. Emphasis is placed on organization, structure, and operation of healthcare facilities. Management principles will be applied to case studies of healthcare industry scenarios. Prerequisite: US Healthcare Systems
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4.00 Credits
This course is an exploration of the fundamentals of healthcare finances, assets, cost concepts, capital budgeting, and general principles of accounting applied in the healthcare environment. The development and management of department budgets are discussed and applied. Sources of revenues and expenses commonly found in health care will also be explored. Prerequisites: Introduction to Healthcare Administration, Accounting II
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4.00 Credits
This course examines methods for assuring quality in health care and the statistical applications of measuring outcomes. There will be an emphasis on performance improvement and the relationship between healthcare quality, organizational performance, and the role of governing and accrediting bodies in healthcare organizations. Common methods and trends in quality improvement will be explored. Prerequisite: Introduction to Healthcare Administration
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4.00 Credits
This course is an exploration of the many entities that regulate healthcare delivery, from local, state, and federal government to the accreditation agencies of healthcare organizations. Issues and methods for compliance with the many laws and regulations are examined. The course provides an overview of the impact of regulatory agencies on the operation of healthcare facilities. Corporate ethics and responsibilities and the operation of health care as a business is explored. Prerequisite: Introduction to Healthcare Administration
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the terms, formulae, and computations commonly used for healthcare statistics. Effective data collection, interpretation of information, and display of data are practiced in this course. Prerequisite: Introduction to Healthcare Administration
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