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.
Prerequisites: HIT major or permission of instructor.
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.
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. Prerequisite: BIO113.
HIT142 Directed Clinical Practice I 2 Credits
This course provides the student with supervised practice in health information technology in a hospital setting. Students practice medical record department functions in the areas of filing and retrieval, legal aspects, and release of information. The student will be introduced to database management systems, networks, and database guidelines. Included is an introduction to the computer-based patient record technologies, current and future application.
Prerequisites: HIT101, HIT132.
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). A history of nomenclatures and classification systems are covered. Practical applications 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.
Prerequisites: HIT101, MAS121, BIO113, MAS216
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/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 (b) interpretation and application of PPS rules and regulations. Students will analyze statistical information utilized in Health Information Management Systems. This course introduces and compares various database models.
Prerequisites: HIT101, MAT113, CPT117.
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 planning, data collection, analysis, and problem solving techniques. Utilization review and risk management topics are also included.
Prerequisites: HIT201, HIT211, BUS115.
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 HCFA developed prospective payment system for ambulatory care will be reviewed. Students will study and apply ethical coding standards.
Prerequisites: HIT201.
HIT243 Directed Clinical Practice II 2 Credits
This course provides continuing practical experience with health information technology in a hospital or alternative setting. Students practice health statistics, classification and indexing systems, total quality improvement, utilization review and risk management. This clinical introduces the student to Medical Transcription with primary focus on productivity monitoring performed by the health information supervisor, with an introduction to the practical application of Principles of Management skills in the health care environment.
Prerequisites: HIT142, HIT201, HIT211, BUS115.
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. This course also includes preparation activities for the national certification exam and career planning.
Prerequisites: Senior status, HIT211, HIT201, BUS115, HIT142.