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HIM 214 - Health Information Technology

This course provides the framework for all stages of the management of health information technologies. As health information systems have become increasingly integral to the provision of quality healthcare services, the need for cohesive, effective health information systems has become critical. Students will learn the fundamentals of health records, including the required content, rules and regulations regarding maintenance of the records, as well as the basics of how to plan, design, and implement systems to meet this need.

Prerequisites & Notes
HIM 100 and HA 205

Assignment Overview
  • Assignments: Varied throughout the term
  • Interactivity: Discussion Boards
  • Final Assessment: Non-proctored Final Exam


Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to do the following:

  • Comprehend the fundamentals and contents of health records, the genesis from paper to electronic records and the basics of health information systems.
  • Recognize the fundamentals of healthcare data analytics.
  • Evaluate the flow of data in health information systems and how this relates to organizational strategy.
  • Differentiate between the terms medical record, electronic health record (EHR), electronic medical record (EMR), and personal health record (PHR) and their attributes, functionality and standards.
  • Describe the consumer’s empowerment impact on PHRs and their role in value-drive healthcare initiatives and the current state of PHR utilization, including privacy and confidentiality.
  • Create a strategic information plan for a fictitious faculty demonstrating strategy, goals, improvement and management planning.


Credits: 3


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