24 courses with the subject HIM, 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.
Introduces the student to the language used in the health record. Includes a system-by-system review of anatomical disease, and operative terms, abbreviations, radiography procedures, laboratory tests, and pharmacology terms. Part I of II. Prerequisite EDE 10 Lecture Hours 3 Note
Continues with focus on 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. Part II of II. Prerequisite EDE 10 Lecture Hours 3 Note
Includes the study of prefixes, suffixes, stem words, and technical terms; puts emphasis on the causes and treatment of selected disease processes. Part I of II. Prerequisite EDE10 and Program/Plan 152, 285, 221-286-01 or 298-02. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Continues the study of prefixes, suffixes, stem words, and technical term; puts emphasis on the causes and treatment of selected disease processes. Part II of II. Prerequisite EDE 10 Lecture Hours 3 Note
Teaches basic concepts of microcomputer software (to include operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications. Focuses on microcomputer applications and information systems in the Healthcare environment. Provides a working introduction to electronic health information systems for allied health, teaching students how the adoption of electronic health records affects them as future healthcare professionals. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Introduces principles of administrative practice management. Examines patient scheduling, records management, financial systems and other systems/procedures. Focuses on the development of organizations and decision making skills utilized by the practice manager. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Introduces principles of administrative practice management. Examines patient scheduling, records management, financial systems and other systems/procedures. Focuses on the development of organizations and decision making skills utilized by the practice manager. Lecture Hours 2 Note
Presents documentation format and content of the medical record relevant to the coding function. Introduces application of standard techniques for filing, maintenance, and acquisition of health information. Examines the processes of collecting, computing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data related to health care services. Includes legal and regulatory guidelines for the control and use of health information data. Lecture Hours 3 Note
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 Hours 2 Note
Introduces the student to basic statistical principles and calculations as applied in the health care environment, procedures for collection and reporting vital statistics, and basic quality control basics. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Presents the legal requirements associated with health record documentation. Emphasizes the policies and procedures concerning the protection of the confidentiality of patient’s health records. Lecture Hours 2 Note
Focuses on concepts of facility wide performance improvement, resource management and risk management. Applies tools for data collection and analysis. Lecture Hours 1 Lab hours 2 Note
Explores computer technology and system application in health care. Introduces the information systems life cycle. Lecture Hours 2 Lab hours 3 Note
Studies new trends in management and processing of health information with emphasis on the electronic health record (EHR). Covers the definition, benefits, standards, functionality, confidentiality and security, and impact of the EHR in the healthcare environment. Explores implementation of the EHR including infrastructure required, project management techniques, information technology systems, workflow processes and redesign in various health care settings. Discusses legal issues created by implementation of the EHR. Prerequisite HIM 130 and HIM 230 Lecture Hours 3 Note
Introduces supervision and management principles with emphasis on the application of these principles in the health information setting. Lecture Hours 3 Note
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. Part I of II. Lab hours 6 Note
Examines the development of coding classification systems. Introduces ICD-9-CM coding classification system, its format and conventions. Stresses basic coding steps and guidelines according to body systems. Provides actual coding exercises in relation to each system covered. Lecture Hours 4 Lab hours 0 Note
Focuses on the applications and evaluation of advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual healthcare data; while examining the components of DRGs, APCs and APGs and other prospective payment in the healthcare environment. Utilizes current coding standards in identifying payment methodologies, revenue cycle management and reimbursement. Prerequisite HIM 253 Lecture Hours 4 Note
Integrates and applies knowledge with hands-on skill practice in coding. Reinforces medical terminology, anatomy, and coding guidelines for International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Introduces the student to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding guidelines. Promotes critical thinking related to coding quality, fraud, and abuse. Prerequisite HIM 253 & HIM 254 Lecture Hours 3 Note
Emphasizes general pharmacology for Health Information professionals; covers general principles of drug actions/reactions, major drug classes, specific agents within each class, and routine mathematical calculation needed to determine desired dosages. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Students will learn to accurately assign CPT, ICD-9 Level 1, 2 and 3, in addition to HCPCS codes for inpatient, outpatient facility, and ambulatory surgical centers according to guidelines and rules set forth by the cooperating parties. Students will apply the theory and regulations concerning prospective payment systems (in and out of the facility setting) APC and DRG assignment. Lecture Hours 3 Note
Integrates and applies knowledge and skills learned in prior HIM courses, focusing on those required to prepare for national certification in American Health Information Management Association’s Domains, Sub-domains and Tasks. Includes a capstone project in which students apply principles of good practice in health information management. Lecture 1 hour per week. Lecture Hours 1 Note
The Coordinated Internship is designed to provide the HIM student with an opportunity to experience a supervised internship in Health Information Management with selected Health Information Management related functions coordinated by the student, Program Director and the internship host for a minimum of 40 hour. The 40 hour internship meets the CAHIIM requirement for Professional Practice Experience for Internship. The purpose of the internship is to provide a real world HIM experience for the student not currently working in the HIM field. Should the student work in HIM, the internship cannot be completed in your current job role. Accommodations must be provided in another job function(s). For example, if you are currently working in Patient Registration, your internship must be an area such as cancer registry or release of information or a combination of roles and/or functions. The HIM 290 Coordinated Internship also consist RHIT Domain I-VI Case Studies and RHIT Test Prep. In addition, there are 3 modules of resume building, cover letter and interviewing exercises to assist the student in obtaining an entry level position in Health Information Management. Note
The course is designed to integrates and apply knowledge and skills learned in prior Health Information Management (HIM) courses, focusing on specific domains and requirements to prepare for national certification of American Health Information Management Association’s RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) Certification. This course is designed to prepare the HIM student who has completed the required course work in the HIM program to sit for the AHIMA RHIT Certification Exam. Prerequisite HIT 130, HIM 150, 226, 229, 254 Corequisite HIM 233, 252, or by Departmental Permission Lecture Hours 1 Note
Source: Mountain Empire Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
