HIT-200 Comparative Health Records & Reimbursement Systems

Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Tier Rate: Tier II
This course is an inspection of non-acute healthcare settings with the United States healthcare delivery system. Focus will be on hospital-based and freestanding ambulatory care facilities, behavioral health facilities, longterm care facilities, rehabilitation facilities, home health care, and hospice. Topics will include the organizational structures, accreditation and licensing requirements, documentation requirements, and the financing of healthcare services, including the influence of managed care. Emphasis will be on various payment and reimbursement methodologies and data sets, as well as the responsibilities of the health information professional. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 220, HIT 230, CIS 201 and MTH 105 or higher.