Health Information Management (HIM) at Piedmont Virginia Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- 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. Prerequisite: HLT 143.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits - HIM 110 - Introduction to Human Pathology
- Introduces the basic concepts, terminology, etiology, and characteristics of pathological processes.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - HIM 115 - Ambulatory Coding and Classification
- Focuses on disease and procedure classification in the ambulatory care environment. Develops basic coding and classification knowledge using ICD-9-CM and CPT. NOT INTENDED FOR HIT MAJORS>
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 131 - Health Information Procedures
- Introduces the health care deliver system and (1) the purpose, content, legal and accreditation requirements of health records; (2) the use of health data nomenclatures and classification systems; (3) the organization of registries and indexes. Includes data retrieval, storage and processing systems, quality assurance methodologies, statistical reporting and supervision practices in a health record department. Provides practice in manual and computerized data collection and display techniques.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits - HIM 141 - Fundamentals of Health Information Systems I
- Focuses on health data collection, storage, retrieval and reporting systems, with emphasis on the role of the computer in accomplishing these functions. Part I of II.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 149 - Introduction to Medical Practice Management
- Introduces principles of administrative practice management. Examines patient scheduling, records management, financial systems and other systems/procedures. Focuses on the development of organizations and decision making skills utilized by the practice manager.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits - HIM 151 - Reimbursement Issues in Medical Practice Management
- Introduces major reimbursement systems in the United States. Focuses on prospective payment systems, managed care, and documentation necessary for appropriate reimbursement. Emphasizes management of practice to avoid fraud.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits - HIM 196 - On-Site Training
- Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit.Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits - HIM 220 - Health Statistics
- Introduces the student to basic statistical principles and calculations as applied in the health care environment, procedures for collection and reporting vital statistics, and basic quality control basics.Lecture 2-3 hours per week.
2-3 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 229 - Performance Improvement in Health Care Settings
- Focuses on concepts of facility wide performance improvement, resource management and risk management. Applies tools for data collection and analysis.Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
2 credits - HIM 231 - Health Record Applications I
- Uses an integrated approach to practicing health record skills in a simulated clinical environment. Emphasizes the use of the microcomputer in accomplishing problem-solving tasks. Part I of II.Laboratory 6 hours per week.
3 credits - HIM 249 - Supervision and Management Practices
- Introduces supervision and management principles with emphasis on the application of these principles in the health information setting.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - HIM 250 - Health Data Classification Systems I
- Focuses on the current classification systems used in the healthcare industry. Introduces the professional standards for coding and reporting of inpatient/outpatient diagnostic codes as well as inpatient procedures. Utilizes standards in identifying and accurately assigning codes to diseases and procedures as they relate to statistical research and healthcare financing.Lecture 3-4 hours per week. Total 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - HIM 251 - Clinical Practice I
- Prepares the Health Information Technology Student to perform all functions commonly allocated to health record services. Gives practice in various settings under the supervision of a clinical practice supervisor. Part I of II.Laboratory 6 hours per week.
3 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 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement
- Focuses on the applications and evaluation of advanced coding skills through practical exercises using actual healthcare data; while examining the components of DRGs, APCs and APGs and other prospective payment in the healthcare environment. Utilizes current coding standards in identifying payment methodologies, revenue cycle management and reimbursement.Lecture 3-4 hours per week.
3-4 credits - HIM 255 - Health Data Classification Systems II: CPT
- Focuses on procedure classification using Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). This system is currently utilized for collecting health data for the purposes of statistical research and financial reporting.Lecture 2-3 hours. Total 2-3 hours per week.
2-3 credits - HIM 260 - Pharmacology for Health Information Technology
- Emphasizes general pharmacology for Health Information professionals; covers general principles of drug actions/reactions, major drug classes, specific agents within each class, and routine mathematical calculation needed to determine desired dosages.Lecture 2-3 hours per week.
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