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3.00 Credits
Nature, cause, and treatment of human diseases including diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for each. The course prepares the HIT and Coding student to understand pathophysiology and pharmacology as they interpret health record data for medical coding. Basic pharmacological management of various diseases is presented. Prerequisite(s): HESC 111 AND one of the following course pairs: BIOL 251 and BIOL 253 OR BIOL 161 and BIOL 163.
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3.00 Credits
Overview of the quality, structure, content, utilization, regulatory standards and guidelines, forms, sources, and types of data relevant to collection and maintenance of health data and data sets. Prerequisite(s): HESC 118.
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2.00 Credits
Technology of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) through conceptual theory and hands-on application in health care organizations. Prerequisite(s): HESC 118 AND HEIT 102 AND HEIT 201.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to quality assessment and improvement techniques such as data collection tools, data analysis, reporting methods, and team development and healthcare statistics. Students will learn the concepts of quality, utilization management, case management, risk management, and credentialing. Prerequisite(s): HESC 118 and MATH 118.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding systems. The course provides an overview of the historical background, structure, and organization of the CPT and regulatory guidelines. The student is introduced to the general principles of accurate and complete health record documentation for hospital outpatient and medical office settings required for the medical and surgical services developed by AMA and CMS. This course also will introduce the student to the Official Outpatient Coding Guidelines. The student will advance to coding more complex surgical scenarios and case studies utilizing an encoder/grouper to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPCs codes. The student is introduced to procedure based payment systems, including RBRVS, E&M, APC assignments, and the impact that coding quality, documentation, and sequencing have on reimbursement. Prerequisite(s): HESC 111 and HEIT 103 and HEIT 203 and BIOL 251 and BIOL 253 and BIOL 252 and BIOL 254.
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0.00 Credits
Supervised learning experiences in the campus laboratory and health care facilities emphasizing concepts taught in coding, reimbursement, and quality courses. Students code a variety of health care records and audit coding activities. Prerequisite(s): HESC 118 and HEIT 103 and HEIT 110 and HEIT 125.
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1.00 Credits
Résumé writing, interviewing, occupational opportunities, continuing education, and professional ethics.
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3.00 Credits
Overview of management and supervision of health information technology in health care settings. Reviews skills related to planning, organization, directing, controlling and budgeting in the health information management department. Prerequisite(s): HESC 118 and HEIT 101 and HEIT 102 and HEIT 104.
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on preparing students to function in the role of a nursing assistant in hospitals, long-term care facilities and home health agencies. Upon successful completion, the student will be awarded a letter signifying completion of the course and will be eligible for certification as a nursing assistant by The State of Louisiana. Prerequisite(s): Based on ACT scores and/or Delgado Placement test scores, applicants must be eligible to enroll in MATH 095: Introductory Algebra I, ENGL 101: English Composition I, and have completed all developmental reading courses
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3.00 Credits
First Aid training in recognizing life-threatening medical emergencies and trauma injuries and the ability to keep the patient in the best possible condition until medical help arrives.
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