HIT-265 Health Information Technology Applications II

Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is a continuation of Health Information Technology Applications I with advanced practice using common health information software applications. Focus will be on the quality and accuracy of coding, statistical data, health data security, electronic health record, and privacy of health data. Topics will include MS-DRG, encoders, groupers, physician query, data display and release of information. Emphasis will be in data quality and data integrity Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 130, HIT 215, HIT 220, HIT 230, HIT 260, and HIT 270.

HIT 215, HIT 260 and HIT 270 can be taken concurrently.