HIT 207 - Health Information Management

This course uses case studies to introduce students to the management of the patient health record from admission to completion with a focus on structure, content and regulations affecting the health record in various healthcare settings. The functions and responsibilities of the health information management unit will also be discussed. A special software package will be used to apply the theory of health information management to the development, implementation, and management of the electronic health record.
Prerequisites: HIT 110, HIT 201
Co-requisite: HIT 206
2 lecture hours per week
2 credit hours