HIT 1140 - Computer Applications in Health Information Systems 3 Credit Hours Course Description: The student will use several different software applications related to health records including spreadsheets, database applications, electronic health records, chart deficiencies, master patient index, chart locator, abstracting, and release of information software. This course provides instruction on: health data structure content and standards information and communication technologies uses of hardware, software, spreadsheets databases networks electronic health records personal health records data storage and retrieval data security selection and implementation of healthcare information systems Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to: Collect and maintain health data by use of different health information systems, such as databases, documentation and record management software to include master patient index, chart locator, chart analysis, and documentation Ensure data accuracy and integrity by utilization of appropriate policies and procedures Understand and apply clinical vocabularies for health information systems Verify and validate timeliness, accuracy and completeness of data Interpret HIPAA regulations regarding security of personal health information Utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and communication software by completion of various projects and assignments Define networks and be able to differentiate between LANs and WANs
Generate reports in various health information software applications Understand and utilize imaging technology for health information Retrieve information in various health information software applications Understand contingency planning and data recovery for health information systems Categorize common hardware/software problems and determine ways to manage problem situations Describe an effective, systematic approach for selecting a healthcare information system Distinguish between administrative and clinical decision support systems Apply policies and procedures for confidentiality and security of information systems Prerequisites and Corequisites: All developmental courses, computer literacy class, HIT 1010, HIT 1011, BIOL 2010. Course Topics: Course modules must be completed in a linear fashion with one module building on the next. Information technology including hardware, software, characteristics of systems Spreadsheets and presentations Databases Administrative Decision Making Support Systems Clinical Decision Making Support Systems Healthcare Information Systems and Departments Strategic Planning and Implementation of Healthcare Information Systems Networks Life Cycle of Healthcare Information Systems to include budgeting, proposals, and project management Electronic Health Records Human factors in Healthcare Information Systems Communication Technology Imaging Technology Standards for Electronic Health Records
Protection and security of healthcare information and systems I. Domain: Health Data Management A. Subdomain: Health Data Structure, Content and Standards 1. Collect and maintain health data (such as data elements, data sets, and databases).
2. Conduct analysis to ensure documentation in the health record supports the diagnosis and reflects the patient s progress, clinical findings, and discharge status. 3. Apply policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of health data. 4. Contribute to the definitions for and apply clinical vocabularies and terminologies used in the organization s health information systems. 5. Verify timeliness, completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of data and sources for patient care, management, billing reports, registries, and/or databases.
III. Domain: Health Services Organization and Delivery B. Subdomain: Healthcare Privacy, Confidentiality, Legal, and Ethical Issues 2. Apply policies and procedures for access and disclosure of personal health information. 4. Maintain user access logs/systems to track access to and disclosure of identifiable patient data.
IV. Domain: Information Technology & Systems A. Subdomain: Information and Communication Technologies 1. Use technology, including hardware and software, to ensure data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting of information. 2. Use common software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, word processing, graphics, presentation, e-mail, and so on in the execution of work processes.
3. Use specialized software in the completion of HIM processes such as record tracking, release of information, coding, grouping, registries, billing, quality improvement, and imaging. 4. Apply policies and procedures to the use of networks, including intranet and Internet applications to facilitate the electronic health record (EHR), personal health record (PHR), public health, and other administrative applications. B. Subdomain: Data, Information, and File Structures
1. Apply knowledge of database architecture and design (such as data dictionary, data modeling, data warehousing) to meet departmental needs. C. Subdomain: Data, Storage and Retrieval 1. Use appropriate electronic or imaging technology for data/record storage. 2. Query and generate reports to facilitate information retrieval.
3. Design and generate reports using appropriate software. 4. Maintain archival and retrieval systems for patient information stored in multiple formats. 5. Coordinate, use, and maintain systems for document imaging and storage. D. Subdomain: Data Security
1. Apply confidentiality and security measures to protect electronic health information. 2. Protect data integrity and validity using software or hardware technology. 3. Apply departmental and organizational data and information system security policies. 4. Use and summarize data and compiled from audit trail and data quality monitoring programs.
5. Contribute to the design and implementation of risk management, contingency planning, and data recovery procedures. E. Subdomain: Healthcare Information Systems 1. Participate in the planning, design, selection, implementation, integration, testing, evaluation, and support for organization-wide information systems.
2. Use the principles of ergonomics and human factors in work process design. Specific Course Requirements: A description of any special course requirements, such as knowledge of specific software, and why it is necessary for successful completion of the course. Required Textbooks: Please visit the Virtual Bookstore to obtain textbook information for this course. Move your cursor over the "Books" link in the navigation bar and select "Textbooks & Course Materials." Select your Program, Term, Department, and Course; then select "Submit." Supplementary Materials: AHIMA V-Lab Access possibly required for projects. Instructions to obtain access provided in Getting Started Module if needed.
Hardware and Software Requirements: Minimum hardware requirements can be found here. Minimum software requirements can be found here. Common applications you might need: To read a PDF file download the latest version of Adobe Reader here Don't have Microsoft Word? Explore an alternative OpenOffice here Accessing a PowerPoint file? Download the PowerPoint Viewer here Web Resources: The Writing Center Online Writer's Handbook Instructor Information: Please see the separate page inside the course to find instructor contact information as well as a statement of virtual office hours and other communication information. You can expect to receive a response from the instructor within 24-48 hours unless notified of extenuating circumstances. Testing Procedures: All course exams/quizzes are submitted online. Grading Procedures:
This course will be graded utilizing a point system. Exams will contribute to the final course grade, while learning activities will assist the student with content mastery. Students will have opportunities for discussion of content with students and faculty via discussion formats. A sequenced list of homework assignments and due dates will be posted in the class schedule. When taking a test, it is your responsibility as a student to remember to click save for each question when taking a quiz or test. If you do not save each answer, the test will not be reset for you. Your score will be based upon the answers submitted. A list of projects and due dates will be posted in the class schedule. Multiple software systems will be utilized in this course. Grading Scale: 100-93% (1116-1200 points) A 92-85% (1020-1115 points) B 84-77% (924-1019 points) C 76-70% (840-923 points) D 69% and less (839 points or less) F Assignments and Projects: Please see attached Weekly Class Schedule for detailed list of assignments and due dates and track your progress with the following score sheet. HIT 1140 Computer Applications in Health Information Point Sheet Assignment Name Number of Assignments Points Discussions 14 Topics @ 7.15 points each 100
Homework Assignments - Interactive Exercises 8 Assignments @ 25 points each 200 Projects 7 Projects @ 100 points each 700 Tests 2 Tests @ 50 points each 100 Final Exam Final Exam @ 100 points 100 Total Points 1200 Late submissions may be allowed based upon extenuating circumstances at the discretion of the instructor and are subject to grade reduction. Module/Week Getting Started Assignments Orientation Assignment/Review Syllabus and Class Schedule Begin Projects 1, 2, and 3 Introduce Yourself Discussion Posting 1 Electronic Health Records an Overview Chapter Discussion 1 Continue Projects 1, 2, and 3
2 Coding Standards Chapter Discussion 2 Projects 1, 2, and 3 Due 3 Learning Medical Record Software Chapter (two weeks for Module 3) Discussion 3 (two graded discussion postings for this module) Assignment 1 Due Project 4 Due 4 Data Entry at the Point of Care Chapter (two weeks for Module 4) Discussion 4 (two graded discussion postings for this module) Assignment 2 Due Project 5 Due
5 Electronic Coding from Medical Records Chapter Discussion 5 Assignment 3 Due Mid-Course First 50 Point Test Mid-Course Discussion Assignment 4 Due 6 Advanced Techniques Speed Data Entry Chapter Discussion 6 Assignment 5 Due Project 6 Due 7
Using the EHR to improve Patient Care Discussion 7 Assignment 6 Due 8 Privacy and Security of Health Records Chapter Discussion 8 Project 7 Due 9 EHR and Technology Chapter (two weeks for Module 9) Discussion 9 Assignment 7 Due Second 50 Point Test Assignment 8 Due End of Semester Discussion
End of Semester Final Exam Class Participation: Students must communicate with other students in the discussion board and must actively participate in threaded discussion. Students are expected to communicate with the instructor as a learning resource. Students must check course announcements and updates frequently Late Policy: Attending class and being punctual in an online environment should be treated with the same importance as in a face-to-face class. Course Ground Rules: The following two statements (1., 2.) were derived from the TBR System-wide Student Rules document, released January 2012: These rules are kept by the Secretary of State.
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