Dana Wright, Director for Academic Program Development

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1 Office of Programs and Academic Assessment (MC 103) 2630 University Hall 601 South Morgan Street Chicago, IL October 24, 2013 TO: FROM: Ilene Harris, Chair Senate Committee on Educational Policy Dana Wright, Director for Academic Program Development I am submitting for review and action by the Senate Committee on Educational Policy the attached Proposal to Revise the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management. The proposal was approved by the Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences Committee on Academic and Education Policy on September 9, 2013 and the College of Applied Health Sciences Academic Affairs Committee on September 23, ATTACHMENT

2 Title: Proposal to Revise the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Sponsor: Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences, College of Applied Health Sciences Executive Summary: Description: The revisions are proposed to update the catalog for consistency with existing department policies and practice. These revisions include: (1) allowing additional courses KN 253 and 254 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II) and STAT 101 (Introduction to Statistics) to fulfill the prerequisite courses in anatomy/physiology and statistics; (2) require BHIS 405 (Medical Sciences and Pathophysiology) be completed within the first 17 hours of matriculation, excluding program prerequisites; (3) add the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential to the list of coding/credentials for which students can potentially receive course credit; and (4) require all post-prerequisite courses be completed within three years. The following revisions are requested: 1. At present, the prerequisites for students pursuing the BS in Health Information Management include KN 251 and 252 (Human Physiological Anatomy I and II) and PSCH 242 (Introduction to Research in Psychology). These courses fulfill the degree prerequisites in anatomy/physiology and statistics respectively. The department wishes to allow additional courses KN 253 and 254 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II) and STAT 101 (Introduction to Statistics) to fulfill the prerequisite courses. 2. The degree requires BHIS 405 (Medical Sciences and Pathophysiology), and the department currently advises students to complete the course within the first 17 hours of matriculation, excluding courses prerequisite to the program. The department wishes to formally require the course be completed within the first 17 hours of matriculation, excluding course prerequisites. 3. The department wishes to add the RHIT (the Registered Health Information Technician) credential to the list of coding/credentials for which students may receive proficiency credit for HIM 432 (Coding and Classification Systems) and HIM 433 (Coding and Reimbursement Systems). 4. The department wishes to require all program courses beyond prerequisites be completed within three years of program enrollment. If the student goes beyond this time frame, they may be required to demonstrate proficiency by exam or retake the course to continue in the program. Justification: 1. In regard to the addition of KN 253/254 and STAT 101 as options to fulfil the prerequisites in anatomy/physiology and statistics, these courses were not offered when the BS in Health Information Management was first established. The content of these courses is appropriate to prepare HIM students for further study within the department. Further these courses are offered in an online format to meet the needs of online students. The inclusion of these courses has been approved by the affected departments (see s endorsing the additions). 2

3 2. BHIS 405 is a pivotal foundational course in the program and is a prerequisite for other courses. It is also a course which some students find difficult. As such the department wants to be sure students demonstrate timely competence to continue in the program, and avoid further financial expense if they are unable to complete the program successfully. 3. The RHIT credential is being added to the list because the department has in the past had students with this credential who have significant coding education and experience and were able to pass the exam demonstrating their proficiency in this area. So the addition of the RHIT credential is to be consistent with past departmental practice and to ensure that students with the RHIT are not unwittingly disadvantaged by exclusion from the formal catalog statement. 4. A major goal of this program is to prepare students to pass the Registered Health Information Administrator credentialing exam. Due to the evolving nature of this profession, content frequently is updated. Students who take more than three years to complete the major-specific requirements will most likely need to refresh their knowledge of courses taken early in the program in order to be prepared for the exam. This requirement is critical to ensure the quality of our program as a successful pass rate is a requirement of program accreditation. Catalog Statement: See Attached Minority Impact Statement: Budgetary and Staff Implications: No impact on minority students is expected. Program requirements will be clarified for all students. No Budget or Staff changes will result Library Resource Implications: No library resources are required. Space Implications: No physical space changes are required. Unit (e.g. department) approval date: College (educational policy committee, faculty) Unit (e.g. department) approval date: Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences Committee on Academic and Education Policy Approved: September 9, 2013 College approval date: College of Applied Health Sciences Academic Affairs Committee Approved: September 23,

4 approval dates: Contact Person: Karen Patena, Program Director, HIM Programs Proposed Effective Date/Term: Summer

5 Catalog Page 1 Present: Catalog Statement Proposed: Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Introduction: The mission of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences is to advance the quality and efficiency of healthcare through improved information management, communication, and the generation of new forms of biomedical and other healthcare data. The goals of the department are leadership, innovation, initiative, and quality with strong focus on the unique arena of health informatics at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The department actively supports the central mission of the College of Applied Health Sciences by facilitating innovative educational and research programs, providing leadership within department disciplines to meet current industry challenges, and ensuring that graduates have a competitive edge in the increasingly demanding health informatics marketplace. The department strives to produce healthcare professionals who can effectively partner with and/or lead information technology professionals in the problem-solving activities of their organizations. The Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences offers an undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management. The undergraduate brochure for Health Information Management is available online Accreditation The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). BS in Health Information Management The Health Information Management undergraduate degree program provides skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning, provision, resource allocation, and executive

6 Catalog Page 2 decision making. The undergraduate program, established in 1965, maintains a reputation of excellence and consistently produces graduates who become leaders in the field. Within the world of health information management, registered health information administrators (RHIAs) are responsible for the management of health information systems consistent with the medical, administrative, ethical, and legal requirements of the healthcare delivery system. RHIAs often have opportunities to develop information systems for quality patient care, facility reimbursement, medical research, health planning, and healthcare evaluation. Administrative duties of the RHIA encompass responsibility for personnel, capital equipment selection, systems design and analysis, hospital committee activities, and budget management. RHIAs also provide health information to qualified users and safeguard confidential patient data. The job forecast for RHIAs is positive, not only in hospitals but also in other healthcare settings, such as home health agencies, hospice programs, nursing homes, and ambulatory care facilities. Employment opportunities also exist in education, research, consulting, sales, insurance companies, and with state and national healthcare organizations. The Health Information Management program is available on a full- or part-time basis. Admissions to the campusbased program are accepted for the fall semester only. Admissions to the online program are accepted each semester. Although health information technician course credits do not count toward the required 60 semester or 90 quarter hours of prerequisites, students who are graduates of an associate degree program in health information technology accredited by the Commission on Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), who also hold current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) and/or coding certification may receive up to 31 hours of proficiency credit in required Health Information Management courses. Other students with a transcript of equivalent coursework may request the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency through exam. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management degree and are eligible to register for the national RHIA credential examination offered by Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management degree and are eligible to register for the national RHIA credential examination

7 Catalog Page 3 AHIMA. offered by AHIMA. Note: Due to the evolving nature of this profession, all courses in the major must be completed within three years of program enrollment. If the student goes beyond this time frame, due to leave of absence, single semester time off, repeating courses, or other reasons, the student may be required to demonstrate proficiency by exam or retake the course at an established minimum grade to continue in the program. A student may be dismissed from the program if the student demonstrates a pattern of poor academic progress and has failed to demonstrate competence at the established minimum level. Transfer Admission Requirements: Students seeking admission to the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program must meet these minimum requirements: Completion of application process, including a personal interview and submission of three references. International students must have a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 80, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21 on the Internet-based test (ibt). Demonstrated reading and writing proficiency; ability to convey maturity; desire to work with people; and ability to direct work of others. Thorough understanding of the professional health information manager s role and responsibilities Junior standing with 60 semester or 90 quarter credit hours at an accredited college/university. Successful completion of Pre-Health Information Management courses offered by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences or the equivalent. Cumulative grade point average of 2.50/4.00 for all completed undergraduate courses.

8 Catalog Page 4 Degree Requirements To earn a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management degree from UIC, students need to complete University, college, and department degree requirements. The Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences degree requirements are outlined below. Students should consult the College of Applied Health Sciences section for additional degree requirements and college academic policies. BS in Health Information Management Degree Requirements Hours Pre-Health Information Management Required Courses 60 Health Information Management Required Courses 63 Total Hours BS in Health Information Management 123 Pre-Health Information Management Course Requirements Pre-Health Information Management Course Requirements Courses Courses Hours Hours ENGL 160 Academic Writing I: Writing for 3 ENGL 160 Academic Writing I: Writing for 3 Academic and Public Contexts Academic and Public Contexts ENGL 161 Academic Writing II: Writing for 3 ENGL 161 Academic Writing II: Writing for 3 Inquiry and Research Inquiry and Research BIOS 100 Biology of Cells and Organisms a 5 BIOS 100 Biology of Cells and Organisms a 5 Additional Analyzing the Natural World course b 3 5 Additional Analyzing the Natural World course b 3 5 KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I c 5 KN 251 Human Physiological Anatomy I (5) 4-5 KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II c 5 or KN 253 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) c KN 252 Human Physiological Anatomy II (5) 4-5 or KN 254 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4) c Choose one of the following courses: 5 MATH 118 Mathematical Reasoning (5) MATH 121 Precalculus Mathematics (5) PSCH 100 Introduction to Psychology d 4 PSCH 242 Introduction to Research in Psychology 3 Choose one of the following courses: 5 MATH 118 Mathematical Reasoning (5) MATH 121 Precalculus Mathematics (5) PSCH 100 Introduction to Psychology d 4

9 Catalog Page 5 Exploring World Cultures course b 3 Understanding the Creative Arts course b 3 Understanding the Past course b 3 Understanding U.S. Society course b 3 IDS 200 Introduction to Management Information Systems 4 Electives To complete the required total of 60 hours of Pre-Health Information Management courses. 6 8 PSCH 242 Introduction to Research in Psychology (3) or STAT 101 Introduction to Statistics (4) 3-4 Exploring World Cultures course b 3 Understanding the Creative Arts course b 3 Understanding the Past course b 3 Understanding U.S. Society course b 3 IDS 200 Introduction to Management Information Systems 4 Electives To complete the required total of 60 hours of Pre-Health Information Management courses Total Hours Pre-Health Information Management Requirements 60 a This course is approved for the Analyzing the Natural World General Education category. b Students should consult the General Education section of the catalog for a list approved courses in this category. c KN 251/252 sequence begins in the fall term only. d This course is approved for the Understanding the Individual and Society General Education category. Total Hours Pre-Health Information Management Requirements 60 a This course is approved for the Analyzing the Natural World General Education category. b Students should consult the General Education section of the catalog for a list approved courses in this category. c KN 251/252 sequence begins in the fall term only KN 253/254 sequence begins fall or spring terms. d This course is approved for the Understanding the Individual and Society General Education category. Health Information Management Required Courses Courses Hours HIM 410 Introduction to the Health Care System 3 HIM 317 Principles of Health Information Management 4 HIM 319 Alternative Health Records 4 HIM 320 Technical Affiliation 2 HIM 329 Legal Aspects of Health Information Management 3

10 Catalog Page 6 HIM 432 Coding and Classification Systems 3 HIM 433 Coding and Reimbursement Systems 4 HIM 337 Analysis of Health Care Data 4 HIM 343 Quality Evaluation and Management 3 HIM 361 Human Resources Management 4 HIM 367 Systems Analysis 3 HIM 374 Health Information Research 3 HIM 377 Current Issues in Health Information Management 2 HIM 481 Financial Management 2 HIM 384 Clinical Practicum 5 BHIS 405 Medical Sciences and Human Pathophysiology 3 BHIS 406 Medical Terminology for Health Information Management 2 BHIS 410 Health Data Structures and Management 3 BHIS 460 Introduction to Health Informatics 1 BHIS 461 Information Systems for Health Information Management 2 BHIS 480 Management and Business Practices 3 Total Hours Health Information Management Required Courses 63 Note: BHIS 405 must be taken within the first 17 hours of matriculation excluding pre-requisite courses. The student will be denied further registration in the program until this course is successfully completed. Important Note: The following listing is for graduates of accredited associate s degree programs in Health Information Technology or others with equivalent course work. Graduates of an associate degree program in Health Information Technology accredited by the Commission on Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), who also hold current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification, or who provide a transcript of equivalent coursework, may receive 24 hours of proficiency credit as follows: Course Hours HIM Principles of Health Information Management 4

11 Catalog Page 7 HIM Alternative Health Records 4 HIM Technical Affiliation 2 HIM Legal Aspects of Health Information Management 3 HIM Independent Study - Analysis of Healthcare Data 3 HIM Introduction to the Health Care System 3 BHIS Medical Science and Human Pathophysiology 3 BHIS Medical Terminology for Health Information Management 2 Students with a current CPC, CCA, CCS, CCS-P coding credential and demonstrate proficiency via an exam, may receive proficiency credit for the following 7 hrs: HIM Coding and Classification Systems, 3 HIM Coding and Reimbursement Systems, 4 The proficiency credit will be granted following completion of 16 hours (50%) of the HIM coursework taken at UIC with a grade of C or better. Total Proficiency Credit Hours hours Students with a current CPC, CCA, CCS, CCS-P coding or RHIT credential and demonstrate proficiency via an exam, may receive proficiency credit for the following 7 hrs: HIM Coding and Classification Systems, 3 HIM Coding and Reimbursement Systems, 4 The proficiency credit will be granted following completion of 16 hours (50%) of the HIM coursework taken at UIC with a grade of C or better. Total Proficiency Credit Hours hours Required Courses After Proficiency Credit Hours HIM 361 Human Resources Management 4 HIM 367 Systems Analysis and Design 3 HIM 374 Health Information Research 3 HIM 377 Current Issues in Health Information Management 2 HIM 384 Management Practicum 5 BHIS 410 Health Data Content and Structures 3 BHIS 460 Introduction to Health Informatics 1 BHIS 461 Information Systems for Health Information Management 2 BHIS 480 Management and Business Practices 3 HIM 481 Financial Management 2 HIM 452 Quality Management and Data Analysis 4 NOTE: This is substituted for HIM 337, Analysis of Health Care Data and HIM 343, Quality Evaluation and Management, two courses which are taken by students who

12 Catalog Page 8 do not qualify for proficiency credit. PLUS, if not receiving proficiency credit: HIM 432 Coding and Classification Systems 3 HIM 433 Coding and Reimbursement Systems 4 Total Required Hours if receiving Proficiency Credit hours Sample Course Schedule for Campus Program Fall Semester Hours HIM 410 Introduction to the Health Care System 3 HIM 317 Principles of Health Information Management 4 BHIS 405 Medical Sciences and Human Pathophysiology 3 BHIS Medical Terminology for Health Information Management 2 BHIS 460 Introduction to Health Informatics 1 BHIS 461 Information Systems for Health Information Management 2 BHIS 480 Management and Business Practices 3 Total Hours 18 Spring Semester HIM 319 Alternative Health Records 4 HIM 320 Technical Affiliation 2 HIM 329 Legal Aspects of Health Information Management 3 HIM 432 Coding and Classification Systems 3 HIM 337 Analysis of Health Care Data 4 Total Hours 16 Senior Year Fall Semester HIM 433 Coding and Reimbursement Systems 4 HIM 343 Quality Evaluation and Management 3 HIM 361 Human Resources Management 4 HIM 481 Financial Management 2 BHIS 410 -Health Data Structures and Management 3 Total Hours 16 Spring Semester HIM 367 Systems Analysis 3 HIM 374 Health Information Research 3 HIM 377 Current Issues in Health Information Management 2 HIM 384 Clinical Practicum 5 Total Hours 13

13 Karen Patena From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Thursday, July 04, :12 AM Mary Lou Bareither Karen Patena; John Coumbe'Lilley Re: Clean up of BSHIM and Post-bacc HIM catalogs Karen, I am confirming and approving per Mary Lou's below. Please go ahead and make the necessary changes to your processes and procedures to reflect the new status of 253/254. Have a great day. On Thu, July 4, :51 am, Mary Lou Bareither wrote: > Karen, > > I have copied John Coumbe Lilley on this as he is now our > undergraduate director. We have been accepting students fulfilling > requirements for HIM into 253/254 so I am fine with the change in the > catalog. For now our intention is to continue to offer these courses > in both the Fall and Spring semesters. > > Mary Lou > > Sent from my iphone > > On 3 Jul 2013, at 02:41 PM, "Karen Patena" <patena@uic.edu> wrote: > >> Mary Lou, >> I am in the process of reviewing our catalog statements to bring >> â œofficialâ language in line with â œpracticeâ. KN 253 and 254 >> are now online alternatives for Human Anatomy and Physiology, but our >> catalog still states KN 251 and 252. We have to put thru a program >> change to get the catalog changed, and if it involves another >> department, we need an stating this change is OK with the >> department. Would you approve changing our requirement to â œhuman >> Physiological Anatomy I and II, KN 251 and 252 OR KN 253 and 254â? >> If you are not the person, please let me know who it would be. >> >> Thanks >> >> Karen R. Patena, MBA, RHIA, FAHIMA >> Clinical Associate Professor and Director, HIM Programs University of >> Illinois at Chicago Dept of Biomedical and Health Information >> Sciences >> 1919 W. Taylor, Room 211, M/C 520 >> Chicago, Illinois >> patena@uic.edu >> office phone: (312) >> office fax: (312) >> 1

14 > Cheers, John JC-L PhD, CC-AASP, CSCS, CWWS, Clinical Assistant Professor Director of Undergraduate Studies Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition University of Illinois at Chicago PEB 343. MC W. Roosevelt Road. Chicago, IL

15 Wright, Dana From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: on behalf of Brooke Shipley Monday, November 04, :37 PM Patena, Karen Halsted, David; Wright, Dana; Jackson, Craig; Daniel Groves; Klaff, Benjamin Re: Request to add STAT 101 as an option for a Pre-requisite Dear Professor Patena, I approve of the addition of STAT 101 as a prerequisite for your programs with the expectation of 3-5 students on campus and 3-5 online students per term. Best regards, Brooke Shipley Professor and Acting Head Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science University of Illinois at Chicago On Fri, Nov 1, 2013 at 5:24 PM, Patena, Karen R. <patena@uic.edu> wrote: Professor Shipley, As the Program Director for the Health Information Management programs, based in the Dept of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences in the College of Applied Health Sciences, I am proposing the addition of STAT 101 as an option for students to complete a prerequisite requirement for our program. Students apply to our competitive BSHIM program as juniors after completing UIC general education courses plus specific prerequisites in statistics, anatomy and physiology, and information systems. We also have an IBHE approved Post-baccalaureate Certificate in HIM which requires the same prerequisite courses. For a number of years the statistics requirement has been met by taking PSCH 242, Introduction to Research. At the time our program began, there was no other statistics-related course available. We now feel STAT 101 would better meet the needs of these students for a basic foundation in statistics. Our program is available in both campus and online versions, and STAT 101 would especially be a desirable option for our online students. David Halsted has been working with us to facilitate online options for these students, and may have contacted you already about this. In terms of numbers, I would anticipate no more than 3-5 campus and 3-5 online students per term in your courses. A proposal is set to go forward to SCEP this coming week which includes as one item offering STAT 101 as an option for the statistics requirement, along with PSCH 242, and I would greatly appreciate a written response from you approving this recommendation by Tuesday, Nov 5. FYI, below are 1

16 the existing catalog descriptions for the programs. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have about this proposal. Karen Patena Director, Health Information Management Programs Dept of BHIS College of Applied Health Sciences (312)