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HS 100
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INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE
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5
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE
In this required introductory course, students will
identify current issues in health science and how they relate to chosen health
science professions. Educational and credentialing requirements will be defined for health science occupations.
Students will create a personal education
plan, choosing appropriate electives and
identifying specific career optionsbased
on personal goals and research of the profession. Professional traits and
skills for success in the field will be explored as well as discussion of roles and responsibilities of selected health professionals.
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HI 125
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HIT I-HEALTH CARE DELIVERY AND INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
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5
HIT I-HEALTH CARE DELIVERY AND INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
This course introduces the history and
development of the health information field and an overview of
the American Health Information Management Association. The
evolution of health care delivery systems, storage and retrieval
methods, development of the health record, accrediting and
licensing requirements, patient indexing, and typical health
information functions and positions are also taught in this
course.
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HI 135
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HIT II—LEGAL ASPECTS OF HEALTH INFORMATION AND HEALTH CARE STATISTICS
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5
HIT II—LEGAL ASPECTS OF HEALTH INFORMATION AND HEALTH CARE STATISTICS
This course introduces students to legal issues encountered by health information professionals including the topics of confidentiality and how to protect it, adhering to state and federal laws, an overview of the U.S. court system, and responding to subpoenas and court orders. In addition, the definition and computation of common health care statistics, the importance of keeping vital statistics, and common data presentation methods are also covered.
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HI 150
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AUTOMATION OF HEALTH INFORMATION
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5
AUTOMATION OF HEALTH INFORMATION
This course provides students with the
knowledge and skills needed to work within a computerized health
care environment. It reinforces basic skills in applications
(e.g., spreadsheets and databases), allows the health information
professional to converse with IT personnel, and explores the
electronic health record processes, security, and
issues.
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HI 165
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HEALTH INFORMATION PRACTICUM
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2
HEALTH INFORMATION PRACTICUM
In this health information clinical practicum,
students will be provided an opportunity to gain practical
experience within health care facilities under the supervision of
an HIM professional or other qualified individual, and through
use of the HIM laboratory and utilizing health
information-specific software.
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HI 215
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REIMBURSEMENT METHODOLOGIES
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3
REIMBURSEMENT METHODOLOGIES
The focus of this course is on the use of
computers for medical billing and claim submission. Information
is presented on various medical insurance plans. In addition,
students learn how to appropriately make referrals to specialists
and other paraprofessionals while following insurance guidelines
and regulations.
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HI 230
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LEADERSHIP AND QUALITY ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH
INFORMATION
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5
LEADERSHIP AND QUALITY ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH
INFORMATION
Management theory, budgeting, productivity,
personnel management, and relations between health information,
quality assurance, risk management, utilization management, and
medical office staff are studied in this course. Students study
performance improvement and assessment concepts as they relate to
health information. Accreditation and licensure, data quality
issues, and the design of a health information department are
also covered.
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HI 255
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MEDICAL CODING II
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5
MEDICAL CODING II
This course is a continuation of HS 225: Medical Coding I, progressing to more complicated topics such as cerebrovascular coding, respiratory system coding, congenital anomalies, V-codes, late effects, and pregnancies. The course also focuses on applying coding guidelines for statistical and reimbursement purposes, “present on admission,” and severity of illness considerations, and the use of coding references to ensure coding compliance.
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HS 111
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
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5
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
This course provides a logical understanding
of the language of medicine. Basic prefixes, suffixes, word
roots, and rules for taking a singular term and making it plural
are studied, along with word analysis, word building, spelling,
and pronunciation. These principles are applied to study the
following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscle/joints, blood
and lymphatic, nervous, respiratory, and cardiovascular. Each
body system is reviewed with anatomy and physiology; diagnostic,
lab, and surgical procedures; as well as pharmacology for
interest and knowledge.
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HS 115
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SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS FOR HEALTH CARE
PROFESSIONALS
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3
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS FOR HEALTH CARE
PROFESSIONALS
This course introduces and provides basic
practice in the three most commonly used applications in health
care: word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation. Emphasis is
placed on the utilization of these programs in a health care
environment and by health care professionals.
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HS 120
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ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
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5
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
This course is an integrated study of the
human body. The focus is on understanding the interrelated nature
of the systems of the body. This includes the concept of
homeostasis as well as the relationship between structure and
function. This course encompasses the anatomy of selected systems
as well as the physiology and terminology as applied to the body.
The course presents the chemical basis of life and provides a
basic understanding of cells, cellular metabolism, and tissue
composition and functions. The course also includes the study of
the structures and functions of the following systems:
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, and
senses.
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HS 130
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ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
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5
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
This course is the continuation of integrated
study of the human body. This course encompasses the anatomy of
selected systems as well as the physiology and terminology as
applied to the body. The course also includes the study of the
structures and functions of the following systems: circulatory,
lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and
reproductive.
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HS 200
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DISEASES OF THE HUMAN BODY
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5
DISEASES OF THE HUMAN BODY
Studies include the most common diseases of
bodily systems, including disease etiology, symptoms, diagnostic
tests, therapeutic methods, and disease prognosis. Students also
study alternative treatments and pain
management.
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HS 225
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MEDICAL CODING I
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4
MEDICAL CODING I
This course focuses on established medical
diagnosis and procedural coding systems including a study of
nomenclature versus classification systems, basic coding
principles, and application of coding guidelines in outpatient
and inpatient settings.
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MR 160
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PHARMACOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE
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5
PHARMACOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE
This course focuses on the broad field of
pharmacology. Students study drug classes and the most commonly
prescribed drugs including their indication, mechanism of action,
and doses. Methods and routes of administration are explored. The
course also covers diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures for
common diseases. The identification of normal laboratory values
and how to select and interpret an appropriate reference source
are also included.
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HI 295
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HEALTH INFORMATION EXTERNSHIP/CAPSTONE
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5
HEALTH INFORMATION EXTERNSHIP/CAPSTONE
Successful completion of this course will
require 90 hours of clinical and administrative experience at an
approved health care setting. Through this externship and
capstone experience, students will gain clinical experience in
coding functions, DRG assignment and reimbursement,
accrediting/licensing procedures, department design, quality
assessment, utilization, and risk management. In addition,
students will gain experience with basic management functions.
Students will be evaluated on their performance of expected
competencies at the end of the course. The course requires a
final presentation. The online version of HI 295 requires each
student to work with the School of Health Sciences placement
staff to locate an externship site a minimum of two terms prior
to beginning the externship.
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