HIM* 102 Introduction to Health Care Systems

Credits: 3

This course introduces the student to the field of health information technology. Topics to be covered include the health care delivery system, medical record format and content, various filing systems, and types of medical record personnel and credentials. In addition, the course will cover retention policies and procedures, documentation, confidentiality issues and legal and regulatory aspects of the medical record.
Embedded Competency: Ethical Dimensions of Humankind