HIT101 - Introduction to Health Information
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the field of Health Information Management (HIM). Topics include: history and development of the Health Information profession, the purposes and components of a patient health record, the various uses of health information, a Health Information Management Department’s role within a healthcare organization and an analysis of its functions such as maintaining patient information / records based on documentation, regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, patient record file/retrieval record control systems, storage and retention of health records, legal concepts as it applies to patient information and data management (i.e. indexes and registries); structure of health care organizations. The electronic health record (EHR) and common HIM computer applications will also be covered.
Credits: 4
HIT103 - Health Information Systems
Students learn to utilize software applications in the healthcare industry and specific to the Health Information department within a healthcare organization. Hardware, software systems, electronic health records, consumer informatics and health information exchanges (HIEs) will be included. Overview of the selection and development of a system, data quality, security confidentiality, and report management will be emphasized.
Credits: 3
HIT104 - Legal Aspects of Health Information Technology
Students become familiar with the health record as a legal document, the role of the Health Information department in legal proceedings, laws pertaining to the release of information, security, and confidentiality of health records. The course includes a study of the U.S. court system. Bioethical issues which supplement the course in Ethics in Health Care are presented for discussion.
Credits: 3
HIT118 - Healthcare Reimbursement
This course covers the principles of healthcare reimbursement. Students will learn how reimbursement systems affect healthcare organizations, providers, consumers and payers. Topics include the development of classification and information technology systems, managed care and government-sponsored healthcare programs, reimbursement methodologies, current healthcare regulations, compliance and revenue cycle management.
Credits: 3
HIT119 - Outpatient Coding, Classification & Reimbursement Systems I
Prerequisites: BIO130/BIO130L, BIO119
Corequisites: BIO131/BIO131L
This course introduces students to principles and application of CPT and HCPCS level II procedural coding systems and ICD-10-CM diagnostic coding as it relates to ambulatory coding. The theory and practice of assigning diagnosis and procedure codes to ambulatory medical records using manual methods and encoder software systems will be used. Accurate code assignment and grouping (i.e. APCs) through interpretation of clinical documentation, the Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement methodologies will be covered.
Credits: 3
HIT200 - Professional Practice Experience (PPE) I
Prerequisite: HIT101
Students will build upon prerequisite knowledge gained through the first two semesters of the HIT program through application and experiential learning with the guidance and direction of a Qualified HIM professional. Content areas of data and records management, analysis of health information statistics, federal and state required databases/indexes/registries, information governance, protection (access, disclosure, storage, privacy and security) and flow of health information within a healthcare organization will be addressed through professional practice experience (PPE), and/or simulated activities, allowing the student to demonstrate critical thinking and application of prior learning in a workforce situation.
Credits: 2
HIT201 - Management Principles for Health Professionals
This course introduces students to the principles, techniques, and concepts needed for business settings and managerial decision-making. It highlights the effective business functional areas and management principles (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) related to the internal and external environment and issues of ethics and social responsibility.
Credits: 3
HIT202 - Health Statistics and Data Analytics
This course introduces students to a study of methods for compiling statistics for healthcare administration, medical staff and licensing and accrediting agencies. Vital statistics, public health statistics and hospital statistics are covered. An introduction to data analytics, data visualization, decision support and common healthcare research techniques.
Credits: 3
HIT204 - Inpatient Coding, Classification and Reimbursement Systems
Prerequisite: HIT119
This course introduces students to the principles and application of ICD-10-PCS. The theory and procedural coding practice of assigning ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes to inpatient medical records using manual methods and encoder software systems will be used. Accurate code assignments, and grouping (i.e. DRGs) through interpretation of clinical documentation, the Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement methodologies will be covered.
Credits: 4
HIT205 - Topics in Health Information Management
This course is designed to integrate a variety of relevant and current topics in Health Information. Special topics of interest will be presented and discussed. Topics will include: health information management in alternate settings (organization, structure, health record format, functions and regulatory/ accreditation standards), data governance and current trends in health care delivery. Career opportunities, networking, and interviewing techniques and RHIT exam preparation will also be covered.
Credits: 2
HIT208 - Quality Assurance and Improvement
This course introduces students to the areas of quality assurance (QA). The impact of change management on an organization and its processes will be covered. Other highlights of this course include projects where students apply knowledge for identifying and displaying healthcare data and utilize quality improvement tools.
Credits: 2
HIT209 - Professional Practice Experience (PPE) II
Prerequisites: HIT102, HIT200, HIT204
Students will build upon prerequisite knowledge gained through the first three semesters of the HIT program through application and experiential learning with the guidance of a Qualified HIM professional. Content areas of diagnostic and procedural classifications and terminologies, inpatient and outpatient reimbursement methodologies, clinical documentation improvement, compliance, revenue cycle management, informatics and data analytics and leadership will be addressed through professional practice experience (PPE), and/or simulated activities, allowing the student to demonstrate critical thinking and application of prior learning in a workforce situation.
Credits: 2
HIT219 - Outpatient Coding, Classification and Reimbursement Systems II
Prerequisite: HIT119
This course is a continuation of HIT119 Outpatient Coding, Classification and Reimbursement Systems. Students are introduced at an intermediate level to principles and application of CPT and HCPCS level II procedural coding systems, ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS procedural coding as it relates to outpatient coding. This course focuses on physician office/professional coding. Evaluation and Management (E/M) services and procedural coding are emphasized. Evaluation and Management (E/M) auditing, coding compliance, clinical documentation requirements, the Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory requirements, and professional reimbursement methodologies will also be covered. Students will learn intermediate coding skills through classroom and laboratory applications by utilizing coding reference books, actual medical records and encoder software.
Credits: 4
HIT400 - Health Care Law and Compliance
This course focuses on the legal and compliance issues that directly affect both the employer and the employee regarding accreditation and compliance issues. In addition, information is given on risk management techniques including reporting that can help mitigate non-compliance.
Credits: 3