17 courses with the subject HITM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HITM1228 Administrative Medical Terminology....................... 3 ENGL1303 Recommended. ......................................................... 3
This course covers the application of ethical and legal principles and standards pertaining to the patient/provider relationship and the Health Information profession. Topics of study include an overview of the legal system, including professional liability and medical malpractice prevention. Students will apply regulations surrounding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as documentation/retention guidelines, patient rights/physi- cian duties, and bioethical practices. Application of the ethical decision-making process is applied through the use of case studies, and students will collaborate with classmates virtually to develop HIPAA training materials. Student Learning Outcomes: * Explain the trial process, including jurisdiction and levels of course in the U.S. * Assess ethical standards of practice as relevant to the patient/provider relation- ship and the HIM profession. * Apply legal concepts and principles to the practice of HIM. * Differentiate among various regulations affecting the medical profession, including Medical Staff Bylaws, Accreditation requirements, Agency regula- tions, State and Federal laws. * Apply HIPAA privacy and security strategies to Health Information. * Utilize legal documents appropriately in the healthcare environment including Consent for Treatment, Release of Information, Power of Attorney, Advanced Directive, HIPAA Privacy Practices, etc. * Identify compliance requirements throughout the health information life cycle, including data collection, storage, retention, and destruction. * Identify the components of risk management related to health information management, including healthcare fraud and abuse. * Recognize the importance of state and federal reporting requirements. * Participate in virtual interprofessional collaboration activities and initiatives. Prerequisite(s): HITM1210. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
HITM1227 ICD-CM Coding. ...................................................... 3 MATH1351 Statistics.................................................................... 4
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the International Classification of Diseases-Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) coding system, including the basic principles, guidelines, and conventions of ICD-CM coding. Coursework includes classification and indexing of diagnoses for each body system and condition type, as well as external causes. Knowledge of Clinical Modification (CM) coding is critical as the student progresses into advanced coding classes. Student Learning Outcomes: * Describe the history of the ICD-CM classification system, as well as current use in the delivery of healthcare. * Abstract clinical information from medical documentation using Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Pathophysiology knowledge for appropriate clas- sification. * Determine the appropriate ICD-CM codes and sequences based on official CPT Coding conventions and guidelines. * Evaluate code assignment for accurate reimbursement from payer sources. * Comply with American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) standards of ethical coding. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This is an applied medical vocabulary course that introduces terms related to the various body systems, including directional, anatomical, and procedural terms. Students apply their knowledge to medical scenarios, including taking telephone calls, auditing reports for errors, and correctly reading medical records. The course is designed to prepare students for various professional careers in the health information field. Emphasis is placed on building terms using word parts, including proper spelling, pronunciation, and defining the medical terms. Master- ing Medical Terminology is a foundational component in preparing students for success in their future Medical Coding courses. Student Learning Outcomes: * Demonstrate knowledge of medical words as related to anatomy, disease processes, and surgical procedures for various body systems. * Show understanding of various directional/positional terms of the body. * Build medical terms for given definitions. * Define, pronounce, and spell anatomy, disorder, surgical, and complementary terms for the body systems. * Demonstrate the ability to research medical term meanings using legitimate Internet sites. * Interpret medical documents. * Use medical terminology and abbreviations within the correct context. Corequisite(s): HITM1244. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
HITM1244 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Information. ... 4 DVRS1304 Recommended. ......................................................... 3 HITM 1230 and HITM 1244 require simultaneous registration for HITM 1228 for students who have not completed it with a grade of C or Estimated cost of books, supplies and materials: $1,900 better in the past. Suggested Technical Studies Semester II
HITM2200 Quality Management of Health Information ............ 3 CRTK1300 Recommended........................................................ 3
MnTC Goal Area 1 Communications - Written Suggested Technical Studies Semester III ENGL1303 Recommended........................................................ 3
This course introduces the basic structures of the human body from the cellular level to the tissue level and finally to the organs comprising various systems of the body. The student will develop a basic understanding of the normal structure and function of the anatomy and physiology of the major body systems includ- ing integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, blood, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive systems. This course is vital in understanding and interpreting clinical data needed for proper medical coding. Student Learning Outcomes: * Define the anatomical and physiological terms associated with each system of the body. * Identify the basic structures of the human body. * Describe the function of each system of the body. * Relate anatomical structures to the physiology associated with each system. * Differentiate between normal functions and disease of each system of the body. * Analyze the effects of aging on each system of the body. * Integrate knowledge of body systems and functions in health information decision-making. Corequisite(s): HITM1228. (4 C: 4 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course covers the components of quality improvement models using practi- cal tools for problem solving, decision making, goal setting, and implementation. Students will explore risks that are managed using performance improvement activities in a Health Information department, including the various health record requirements, their sources, and reasons for the requirements. Students will also identify how technology affects the quality of documentation, and procedures to ensure quality documentation is generated. Activities include applying documen- tation policies through chart analysis and creating a quality improvement process to improve the documentation. Student Learning Outcome: * Define different performance improvement and quality improvement models. * Identify performance improvement standards from various healthcare organi- zations, and Health Information Management’s role in tracking and reporting on performance indicators. * Explain the principles of risk management, including the impact of sentinel events and social determinants of health on identifying, assessing, and mitigat- ing healthcare risks. * Compare and contrast the compliance requirements from various regulatory sources. * Summarize the impact of quality outcomes on cost-effective healthcare. * Define various data set criteria and their impact on quality of care. * Apply data collection and quality improvement tools. * Identify utilization management components. * Audit health record data for clinical documentation improvement opportuni- ties, compliance, performance issues and risks, and report on issues and trends. * Apply leadership principles to guide services and lead others in quality assess- PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum m 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College ment and improvement processes. * Explain Institutional Review Board policies and procedures. (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course serves as an internship to prepare students for entry into the health information management field, offering authentic, experiential learning of the day-to-day tasks, policies and procedures related to Health Information. Students will complete their practice experience under the supervision of a qualified health information professional within a Health Information department. Internships may be clinic-based or virtual. The course also offers PPE activities to prepare for and simulate on-the-job tasks. This course is intended to be completed in the last semester of the Health Information Technology program. Students who com- pleted BUSM 1290 as part of the Medical Coding Diploma may take this course for 1 credit and are exempt from outcome #1. Student Learning Outcomes: * Demonstrate professional job-seeking skills. * Engage in self-reflection and cultural humility to improve practice. * Demonstrate networking skills when interacting with health information professionals. * Apply safety, confidentiality, ethical standards and security guidelines of the PPE facility. * Demonstrate teamwork while working with a variety of Health Information Technology departments at the PPE facility. * Prioritize job functions and activities under PPE Supervision. * Demonstrate the ability to perform HIT functions under PPE supervision. ( C: 0 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
HITM2215 HIT Management and Supervision. .......................... 3 DVRS1304 Recommended........................................................ 3
This class examines the many aspects of management of health information ser- vices. It introduces the general principles of management. Leadership theory and change management are examined. Work design and performance improvement specific to the Health Information Management (HIM) field are discussed. Hu- man resource management concepts including position descriptions, performance standards, interview techniques, building effective teamwork, staff training and development, laws affecting organization workforce, and financial management functions of HIM profession are introduced. The steps and scope of project man- agement are discussed. HIM strategic management processes are explored. Student Learning Outcomes: * Identify key challenges faced by organizational leaders, including managing organizational change, addressing conflicts of interest, and fostering an inclu- sive environment that supports cultural diversity among staff. * Demonstrate fundamental leadership skills, including inter-professional col- ay change without notice. Page 192
HITM 1236 and HITM 2210 for students who have not completed them with a grade of C or better in the past. ***See Program Handbook for specific information about co-req re- quirements. PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Page 78
Estimated cost of books, supplies and materials: $3,054 PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. 2026-2027 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Page 77
This course provides a hands-on introduction to health data analysis. Students will explore a variety of software applications to import, extract, transform, visualize, and analyze data. Throughout the course, students will explore real- world datasets, which will allow them to apply these skills to various aspects of healthcare key performance indicators, from patient outcomes to productivity. Emphasis will be placed on data-driven decision-making, equipping students with the foundational knowledge to support evidence-based practices in the healthcare industry. Student Learning Outcomes: * Conduct data queries to identify physician and practitioner compliance with regulatory, credentialing and licensure requirements. * Utilize spreadsheets and software to access, interpret, calculate, summarize, and visualize data. * Illustrate how metadata and standards are used to promote interoperability. * Utilize data collection templates to identify purposes for collecting data and the required data elements, including data dictionaries and entity-relationship diagrams. * Construct database queries using platform scripts to generate structured query reports using health data sets. * Conduct audits to identify compliance and performance issues and risks. * Summarize data using data visualization tools and techniques. * Utilize digital technology and software packages to attain and communicate information, including graphical representations, to ensure appropriate under- standing. Prerequisite(s): HITM1240 (3 C: 3 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
This course will assist the student in understanding the process to become creden- tialed as an R.H.I.T. (Registered Health Information Technician) and continued re-certification requirements. Students will evaluate their ability to apply the knowledge obtained in the program using real-world case studies and practice tests. Students will learn study tips, time management skills, and how to create a study plan after analyzing their current knowledge about the field of Health In- formation Technology. These activities will assist the student in identifying what area of Health Information they would like to pursue a career upon graduation. Student Learning Outcomes: * Describe the RHIT certification and recertification process. * Analyze personal level of knowledge for each RHIT Exam Domain. * Apply acquired program knowledge to real-world cases. * Develop a personal study plan for RHIT Exam success. * Identify career options supported by interests and skill level. (1 C: 1 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Source: St Cloud Technical and Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
