Health Information Management (HIM) at Danville Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- HIM 100 - Introduction to the Health Care Delivery System
- Introduces the organization of health care delivery system with emphasis on types of providers and the role that accrediting and licensing bodies play in the delivery of health care.Lecture 1 hour per week.
1 credits - HIM 105 - Current Procedural Terminology
- Develops skills in coding a diagnosis and/or procedure according to the principles of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding. NOT INTENDED FOR HIT MAJORS.Lecture 2 hours per week. 2 Credits.
Prerequisite: HLT 143.2 credits - HIM 106 - International Classification of Diseases I
- Introduces International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification Coding I (ICD-9-CM) coding classification system and provides actual coding exercises. NOT INTENDED FOR HIT MAJORS.Lecture 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite: HLT 143.2 credits - HIM 107 - International Classification of Diseases II
- Stresses advanced International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification Coding II (ICD-9-CM) coding skills through practical exercises. NOT INTENDED FOR HIT MAJORS.2-3 credits
- HIM 130 - Healthcare Information Systems
- Teaches basic concepts of microcomputer software (to include operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications. Focuses on microcomputer applications and information systems in the Healthcare environment. Provides a working introduction to electronic health information systems for allied health, teaching students how the adoption of electronic health records affects them as future healthcare professionals.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - HIM 143 - Managing Electronic Billing in a Medical Practice
- Presents practical knowledge on use of computer technology in medical practice management. Develops basic skills in preparation of universal billing claim. Explores insurance claim processing issues.Lecture 2-3 hours per week.
2-3 credits - HIM 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit.Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits - HIM 226 - Legal Aspects of Health Record Documentation
- Presents the legal requirements associated with health record documentation. Emphasizes the policies and procedures concerning the protection of the confidentiality of patient's health records.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits - HIM 253 - Health Records Coding
- Examines the development of coding classification systems. Introduces ICD-9-CM coding classification system, its format and conventions. Stresses basic coding steps and guidelines according to body systems. Provides actual coding exercises in relation to each system covered.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-5 credits - HIM 295 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit.Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits