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HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

HIT 100 (1 CR.)

INTRODUCTION TO THE HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEM

Introduces the organization of the health care dELIvery system with emphasis on types of providers and the role that accrediting and licensing bodies play in the dELIvery of health care. Lecture 1 hour per week.

HIT 110 (3 CR.)

INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PATHOLOGY

Introduces the basic concepts, terminology, etiology, and characteristics of pathological processes. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 111 (3 CR.)

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I

Introduces the student to the language used in the health record. Includes a system-by-system review of anatomic, disease, and operative terms, abbreviations, radiography procedures, laboratory tests, and pharmacology terms. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 115 (3 CR.)

AMBULATORY CODING AND CLASSIFICATION

Focuses on disease and procedure classification in the ambulatory care environment. Develops basic coding and classification knowledge using ICD-9-CM and CPT. Not intended for HIT majors. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 121-122 (4 CR.) (4 CR.)

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION I-II

Prerequisite is ability to type 40 words per minute. Develops skills in the transcription of various medical record reports, use of transcription references and proof reading reports. Evaluates the productivity and organization of transcription departments/services and the quality of transcribed reports and equipment utilized. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 7 hours per week.

HIT 130 (3 CR.)

HEALTHCARE INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Focuses on microcomputer applications, information systems and software in the Healthcare environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 141-142 (3 CR.) (3 CR.)

FUNDAMENTALS OF HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEMS I-II

Prerequisite is IST 117 or permission of instructor. Focuses on health data collection, storage, retrieval, and reporting systems, with emphasis on the role of the computer in accomplishing these functions. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 143 (2 CR.)

MANAGING ELECTRONIC BILLING IN A MEDICAL PRACTICE

Presents practical knowledge on use of computer technology in medical practice management. Develops basic skills in preparation of universal billing claim. Explores insurance claim processing issues. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 149 (2 CR.)

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

Introduces principles of administrative practice management. Examines patient scheduling, records management, financial systems, and other office systems/procedures. Focuses on the development of organizational and decision making skills utilized by the practice manager. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 151 (2 CR.)

REIMBURSEMENT ISSUES IN MEDICAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

Introduces major reimbursement systems in the United States. Focuses on prospective payment systems, managed care, and documentation necessary for appropriate reimbursement. Emphasizes management of practice to avoid fraud. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 215 (5 CR.)

HEALTH DATA CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS

Prerequisites are HIT 110 and BIO 141 or NAS 150 or permission of instructor. Focuses on disease and procedure classification systems currently utilized for collecting health data for the purposes of statistical research and financial reporting. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

HIT 220 (2 CR.)

HEALTH STATISTICS

Prerequisite is HIT 141 or permission of instructor. Introduces the student to basic statistical principles as applied in the health care environment. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 225 (2 CR.)

QUALITY ASSURANCE IN HEALTH CARE

Prerequisites are HIT 141 and HIT 215 or permission of instructor. Presents medical care evaluation techniques, utilization review activities, peer review organization requirements, and risk management. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 226 (2 CR.)

LEGAL ASPECTS OF HEALTH RECORD DOCUMENTATION

Prerequisite is HIT 141 or permission of instructor. Presents the legal requirements associated with health record documentation. Emphasizes the policies and procedures concerning the protection of the confidentiality of the patient's health record. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 231-232 (3 CR.) (3 CR.)

HEALTH RECORD APPLICATIONS I-II

Prerequisite is HIT 141 and corequisites are HIT 142 and HIT 215. Uses an integrated approach to practicing health records skills in a clinical environment. Emphasizes the use of the microcomputer in accomplishing problem-solving tasks. Clinical 6 hours per week.

HIT 249 (3 CR.)

SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR HIT

Introduces supervision and management principles with emphasis on the application of these principles in the health information setting. Lecture 3 hours per week.

HIT 250 (4 CR.)

HEALTH DATA CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS I: ICD-9-CM

Prerequisites are HIT 110 and HIT 111 plus either BIO 141-142 or NAS 150 or permission of instructor. Focuses on disease and procedure classification using ICD-9-CM. This system is currently utilized for collecting health data for the purpose of statistical research and financial reporting. Lecture 4 hours per week.

HIT 251 (3 CR.)

CLINICAL PRACTICE I

Supervises student practice in health information activities conducted in a variety of clinical settings. Clinical 6 hours per week.

HIT 252 (3 CR.)

CLINICAL PRACTICE II

Prepares the Health Information Technology student to perform all functions commonly allocated to health record services. Gives practice in various settings under the supervision of a clinical practice supervisor. Clinical practice at various facilities 6 hours per week.

HIT 255 (2 CR.)

HEALTH DATA CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS II: CPT

Prerequisites are HIT 110 and HIT 111 plus either BIO 141-142 or NAS 150 or permission of instructor. Focuses on procedure classification using CPT. This system is currently utilized for collecting health data for the purposes of statistical research and financial reporting. Lecture 2 hours per week.

HIT 260 (2 CR.)

PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Introduces the general study of drug classifications, uses, and effects as required to perform health data collection and retrieval tasks. Lecture 2 hours per week.

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