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Health Information Technology (HIT) Courses

HIT 100 Introduction to Health Information Technology: Part 1

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:BIOL 100 or BIOL 102; and AH 110, AH 120, and AH 124 with grades of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Advisory:CISA 320, CISA 321, and CISC 310
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to the field of health information management. It includes an overview of the U.S. healthcare delivery system, health information functions, and responsibilities. The requirements, regulations, and standards for health information are emphasized.

HIT 102 Introduction to Health Information Technology: Part 2

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 100 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Advisory:CISA 320, CISA 321, and CISC 310
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course focuses on the concepts of health information management in alternate health care setting including ambulatory care, long-term care, mental health, and rehabilitation. An overview of the regulatory and accrediting bodies governing these settings is provided.

HIT 110 Medical Legal Aspects of Health Information

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Advisory:CISA 320, CISA 321, and CISC 310
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course explores the legal aspects surrounding the maintenance, use, disclosure, and protection of health information. Policies and procedures that guide the handling of health information to prevent inappropriate use and improper disclosure will be discussed. Risk management including privacy, security and compliance.

HIT 120 Basic ICD-CM Coding

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in the basic principles of coding diseases and procedures using the current versions of the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (CM), and Procedural Coding System (PCS). Code format, conventions, sequencing, and coding guidelines will be emphasized.

HIT 122 Advanced ICD Coding

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 120 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides instruction in advanced coding principles using the current versions of the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (CM), and Procedural Coding System (PCS). The class will focus on learning and applying higher level coding skills. In addition, the Prospective Payment System (PPS) and Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) will be introduced. Computerized encoders and groupers may be emphasized.

HIT 123 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding

  • Units:1
  • Hours:18 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

The principles and mechanics of coding for services and procedures using the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system are taught in this course. The utilization of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes is introduced.

HIT 130 Health Statistics

  • Units:2
  • Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:HIT 100 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course will introduce the principles of health care statistics including the process of abstracting data from medical records, the preparation of administrative and medical reports, the use of statistics in medical research, the applications of automated systems, and the interpretation of reports and the registration of vital statistics. Automated abstracting and vital statistics systems, as well as the use of spreadsheet packages for data display will be introduced.

HIT 140 Computerized Health Information Systems

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:CISC 310 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course explores the electronic health record (EHR) and healthcare information systems. The concepts of project management, data infrastructure, interoperability, system implementation, and optimization are reviewed. Emphasis is also placed on database management in the manipulation and use of health information.

HIT 150 Continuous Quality Improvement

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 100 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an overview of continuous quality improvement as it relates to healthcare. The roles and responsibilities of individuals involved in medical staff peer review, utilization review and risk management will be reviewed. The concept of an organized medical staff will be discussed, as well as the role of the medical staff office.

HIT 155 Healthcare Reimbursement

  • Units:2
  • Hours:36 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 100, 102, and 120 with grades of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course integrates information about all US healthcare payment systems. The topics covered include reimbursement methodologies, clinical coding and compliance, voluntary and government sponsored insurance plans, revenue cycle management and value-based purchasing. Medicare and Medicaid prospective payment systems are also addressed in acute, post-acute, ambulatory, hospice and long term care settings.

HIT 160 Supervision for the Allied Health Professional

  • Units:3
  • Hours:54 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 100 and 140 with grades of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course studies basic management theory and leadership principles and applies them to the healthcare setting. The principles of leadership, motivation, ethics, and decision-making are explored. The role of the health information manager in training and the budgeting process will be introduced.

HIT 170 Health Information Technology Directed Practice

  • Units:1
  • Hours:54 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:HIT 102, 110, 122, 123, and 150 with grades of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides practical work experience in community health-related institutions. The clinical experience is performed under professional supervision and will perform delineated functions which allow application of studied HIT knowledge in a professional setting. This will include hands on experience and technical experience. Directed Practice is conducted as a non-paid laboratory experience.

HIT 172 Directed Practice: Health Information Coding Specialist

  • Units:2
  • Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:HIT 122 and 123 with grades of "C" or better
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

HIT 172 provides the student with practical work experience in community health-related institutions. The clinical experience is performed under professional supervision. Students perform coding and abstracting and other delineated functions and will complete handbook questions about various health information management topics. Students shall have the status of learner and shall not be considered agency employees, nor shall they replace agency staff. Directed Practice is conducted as a non-paid laboratory experience. Students must have a TB clearance and any other immunization required by the clinical facility. A drug screen and background check may be required. Students must have an established Agency Agreement with a sponsoring site prior to the beginning of the first day of class. Contact the Career and Technology Main Office for information about the Agency Agreement.

HIT 176 Health Information Technology Review

  • Units:2
  • Hours:36 hours LEC
  • Prerequisite:HIT 170 with a grade of "C" or better
  • Enrollment Limitation:Enrollment is limited to those that have met the program prerequisites and have been formally accepted into the program through the application process.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This review course is designed to refresh skills on all coursework taken in the HIT program and to prepare the student to sit for the National RHIT exam. Focus is on test-taking and studying techniques which will be achieved through mock test questions, discussion boards and other resources to prepare for the national exam.

HIT 295 Independent Studies in Health Information Technology

  • Units:1 - 3
  • Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

An independent studies project involves an individual student or small group of students in study, research, or activities beyond the scope of regularly offered courses. See the current catalog section of "Special Studies" for full details of Independent Studies.

HIT 299 Experimental Offering in Health Information Technology

  • Units:0.5 - 4
  • Prerequisite:None.
  • Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

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