Health Information Technology

Focuses on the essential study of the body and associated terminology with a view toward the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relationship to the whole body. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1211

Accompanies the lecture course and if required, it is to be taken concurrently. Students will perform minimal dissections and explorations of main anatomical structures using models and virtual explorations to reinforce the material presented in the lecture. This course focuses on the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relation to the body as a whole. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210

Provides an in-depth study of the health information management profession, opportunities and career options in health information, health care delivery systems, health care reimbursement overview, and accreditation and certification applicable to health records, including paper/hybrid/EHR formats; storage. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

Provides an in-depth study of origin, use, content and structure of health records, including paper/hybrid/EHR formats; storage and retrieval systems; numbering and filing systems; documentation requirements; forms and screens designs and content; use and structure of healthcare data and data sets; and how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1010

Corequisite(s):
None

Provides an in-depth study of current legal and ethical issues applicable to health information, including HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
HIT 1010

Provides an in-depth study of health statistics (sources, definitions, collection, reporting, presentation, and analysis of data using relevant tools, i.e. Excel). Special projects, policies, and procedures will be used to enhance the student's ability to analyze healthcare data. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110

Corequisite(s):
None

Emphasizes basic coding guidelines and conventions of ICD-10-CM/PCS. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210,BIO 1211, HIT 1110, HIT 2610,HSC 1250

Corequisite(s):
None

Application of advanced ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines and conventions. Projects will include the hands-on coding of actual medical records and computerized coding systems. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2110

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130

Emphasizes basic coding guidelines and conventions of CPT/HCPCS. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2110

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2120

Introduces the principles of quality assessment and risk management processes, while providing a framework for analyzing data. Students will be introduced to federal, state, local, and accrediting agency requirements. Students will participate in simulated quality assessment activities. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110

Corequisite(s):
None

Examines the use of coded data and health information in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to all healthcare settings. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2010 , HIT 2110 , HIT 2120

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130

Introduces the principles of organization to develop effective skills in management, leadership, motivation, and team-building techniques. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110

Corequisite(s):
None

Provides students with a 120-hour, supervised, learning experience in a healthcare facility. Through this unpaid capstone work experience, students will perform health information functions, procedures, and interact with professionals in the healthcare field. Students must achieve 80% or better in all coursework and 80% or better on all evaluations to receive credit for this course.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2120

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130

Provides a theoretical foundation for the fundamental principles and concepts of pharmacotherapeutics and classification of drugs. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210 , BIO 1211 , HSC 1250

Provides students with a review of all content areas in preparation for the AHIMA National Certification Examination. This is the curriculum capstone course. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2120

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130

Provides students with a foundation for college success, as well as the exploration of various health professions and tools for career planning. Emphasizes concepts of professionalism, health care ethics, and confidentiality as well as an introduction to electronic health records (EHR) and relevant medical terminology.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

Introduces students to the fundamental aspects of the study of diseases. Emphasis will be on the definition, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of specific diseases. This course will concentrate on clinical abstracting from the medical record.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210

Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.

Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010

This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.

Focuses on data interpretation and practical application of introductory level statistics. Emphasizes a conceptual understanding of the use of statistics in various fields, including the ability to interpret results. Topics include development and analysis of descriptive statistics, inferential statistics (bivariate), and regression analysis. Students determine appropriate statistical methods, calculate basic statistical values, and analyze/interpret data sets including statistical software study results. MTH 2750 - Statistical Methods satisfies the MTA Statistics Pathway

Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1010 or MTH 1110

Corequisite(s):
None

The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010

Corequisite(s):
COM 1020