HIT 101 — Foundations of HIT
Course examines sources of health information and their relationship with health agencies. Course discusses the healthcare delivery system in the United States, professional and trade associations related to healthcare, ethical obligations, cultural competence, and diversity in healthcare related to age, race, sexual orientation, education, work experience, geographic location, and disability. Content includes study of origin and purpose, content, order, analysis and use of medical records, methods of compiling, numbering, retrieving, and retention of health information. It introduces students to the electronic health information systems and electronic health record environment including standards, applications, and capabilities of the EHR. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
Part of
- Health Information Technology, Associate in Applied Science Print Options Apply Now Request Information College(s): Malcolm X Program Code: 0408
- Medical Billing, Basic Certificate Print Options Apply Now Request Information College(s): Malcolm X Program Code: 0395
- Medical Coding, Advanced Certificate Print Options Apply Now Request Information College(s): Malcolm X Program Code: 0394