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Health Information Technology Course Descriptions
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| HIT101 Introduction to Health
Information Technology |
4 Credits |
This course introduces the
student to fundamental theories of data
management in the healthcare setting.
Historical and current recordkeeping
practices will be explored as well as a
basic overview of health care delivery
systems. Topics include the role of
accrediting and regulatory agencies,
facility and staff organization, health
record content, record management, and the
transition to an electronic patient record.
The student will apply theory in a series of
hands-on activities in chart analysis, forms
design and control, file management, and
data display with an emphasis on computer
applications.
Prerequisite: HIT major;
Co-requisite: ENG101. |
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| HIT132 Legal, Ethical and Regulatory
Issues |
3 Credits |
This course covers
medico-legal aspects of health records
management, legal issues related to medical
record keeping and includes a study of
accreditation and regulatory agencies for
health care facilities. Medico-legal aspects
will focus on release of information
practices, laws governing health records and
retention, the medical record as a legal
document, confidential and privileged
information. Health care risk management,
quality issues and utilization review
processes are studied with the focus on
legal aspects to include an introduction to
the U.S. court system, due process,
physician and clinician liability, and the
impact of managed care on health information
management practices. The expanding role of
medical record information, computerization
of patient related data, and the profound
impact on traditional legal issues is
explored.
Prerequisites: HIT101, or permission of
instructor. |
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| HIT136 Introduction to Coding &
Classification |
3 Credits |
This course introduces the
student to the basic concepts and
conventions of the coding and classification
schemes used across health care settings
including structure, rules, and guidelines.
A history of nomenclatures and
classification systems is covered as well as
the relationship between coding and health
care reimbursement, ethical coding conduct
and compliance with federal, state, and
accreditation requirements.
Prerequisites: BIO213, HIT101 or enrolled in Medical Coding certificate program, MAS121. |
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| HIT142 Directed Clinical Practice I
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2 Credits |
This course provides the student with supervised practice in health information technology in a hospital setting. Students practice health information management functions in the areas of collection, storage, and retrieval of health information, qualitative and quantitative analysis of health records, review of legal issues, and release of information. The student will be introduced to paper-based and electronic health record systems and processes.
Prerequisites: HIT101, HIT136, MAS121, MAT113. |
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| HIT201 ICD-9-CM Coding and
Classification Systems |
3 Credits |
This course introduces the student to coding and classification schemes for hospital inpatients. The emphasis is on International Classification of Disease-9th-Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM). Practical application of ICD-9-CM coding includes basic to intermediate levels with a brief introduction to advanced concepts. Students will study the use and application of ICD-9-CM codes in the development of indices and as a mechanism in the reimbursement process. Training emphasis will be placed on ICD-10-CM/PCS in preparation for implementation on the compliance date, 10/01/2013, set by the Department of Health and Human Services (HSS).
Prerequisite: HIT136;
Co-requisite: BIO216. |
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| HIT211 Health Data Collection |
3 Credits |
This course covers the basic principles of compiling statistics for health care facilities. Topics include definitions of terms, analysis of hospital services, monthly and annual reports, statistical formulas, and report writing. Also covered are creation and maintenance of indexes and registers and their correlation when compiling statistics. A segment will be devoted to the Prospective Payment System with particular focus on (a) information management databases utilized by the Department of Health and Human Services, and (b) interpretation and application of PPS rules and regulations. Students will analyze statistical information utilized in Health Management Information Systems. This course introduces and compares various third party payer models, their billing requirements, and claims processing.
Prerequisites: CPT117, HIT101, MAS121, MAT113. |
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| HIT212 Quality Improvement |
3 Credits |
This course is an exploration of continuous quality improvement principles in the health care setting and their relationship to the health information profession. Theories and practice will include QI, data collection, analysis, and problem solving techniques. Utilization review and risk management topics are also included.
Prerequisites: HIT201, HIT211, BUS115. |
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| HIT222 CPT-4-Coding |
3 Credits |
This course provides the Health Information Technology student coding instruction in CPT-4/HCPCS. Students will be expected to apply decision-making in record review for complete, accurate, and timely coding. CPT-4/HCPCS coding will also be practiced and applied in conjunction with ICD-9, for hospital ambulatory surgery and the physician’s office. The CMS developed prospective payment system for ambulatory care will be reviewed. Students will study and apply ethical coding standards.
Prerequisites: HIT201. |
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| HIT243 Directed Clinical Practice II |
2 Credits |
This course provides continuing practical experience with health information technology in a hospital setting. Students practice health statistics, classification and indexing systems, quality assurance, utilization review, and risk management. An introduction to the supervisory management function is also provided. The student will assist the Clinical Supervisor with managerial functions.
Prerequisites: BUS115, HIT142, HIT201, HIT211. |
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| HIT245 Seminar in Health Information
Technology |
3 Credits |
This is a capstone course designed to review professional and practical skills, applying them in an independent project. Students will be expected to develop a project plan; establish goals and objectives; collect and analyze information; and prepare and deliver an oral presentation. The course also includes preparation activities for the national certification exam and career planning.
Prerequisites: Senior status, BUS115, HIT142, HIT201, HIT211. |
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