Listed below are the courses offered to JJC students in Health Information Management. Select one of the syllabus links to learn more.
HIM 101 - Health Information Management I (3 cr. hrs.)
A study of the basic concepts of medical record science needed to function effectively as a medical records clerk in a hospital, nursing home, clinic, or physician's office. Teaches the various forms which comprise a medical record, assembly of records, record analysis, medical record anatomy, and terminology and explores other job classifications available in medical records.
HIM 102 - Health Information Management II (3 cr. hrs.)
A continuation of basic concepts in medical record science. Teaches information technology, accreditation and regulatory standards, clinical vocabularies, and methods for health care reimbursement. Prerequisite: HIM 101.
HIM 110 Basic ICD-9-CM (3 cr.hrs.)
An introduction for beginning coders to develop an understanding of ICD-9-CM characteristics, terminology and conventions. Focus is to orient the student to the coding requirements of the prospective payment system in order to correctly code disorders to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies. Prerequisite: BIO 100, and BIO 125, and HIM 115 (which may be concurrent). Students must know Human Biology and Disease process prior to ICD-9-CM Coding.
HIM 111 Basic CPT Coding (3 cr. hrs.)
This is an introductory course intended for health care professionals needing skills in applying the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes to physician and non-physician services. Students will develop an understanding of CPT characteristics, terminology and conventions. Focus is to orient the student to the coding requirements in order to obtain reimbursement from insurance companies. Prerequisite: BIO 100, and BIO 125, and HIM 115 (which may be concurrent). Students must know Human Biology and Disease process prior to CPT coding.
HIM 115 Principles of Disease (3 cr. hrs.)
This course is a basic introduction to the disease process. There is a focus on the general principles of disease and signs and symptoms of specific disease processes. Major concepts include diagnostic tests, treatment modalities, and medication protocols related to specific disease processes. This course provides a foundation for analysis of medical document sources. This is not a required course for students in the Nursing program. Prerequisite: BIO 100 and BIO 125. Concurrent enrollment in HIM 110 and HIM 111 is optional.
HIM 120 Statistical Tools for Health Information Technicians (3 cr. hrs.) Health Information Management Technicians need to understand the meaning of statistical data and how it was derived. In this course, students will learn terms related to statistics and how to compute specified rates using appropriate formulae through a hands-on approach. This course is a study of percentages, ratios, and basic statistics needed in the health care field. Students will learn that Health Information Management (HIM) professionals are often in the forefront of collecting and presenting much of the data needed in a health care facility. Students will learn the appropriate data elements and their appropriate use. They will understand that results are only as reliable as the data input, which must be accurate, appropriately analyzed, and understood.
HIM 125 Current Health Care Comparative Applications (3 cr. hrs.)
Intro to software used in health care facilities emphasizing HIM applications, such as chart deficiency, release of information, chart tracking, coding/abstracting, and the MPI (Master Patient Index).
HIM 210 Clinical Classification Systems (3 cr. hrs.)
This course is a continuation of ICD-9-CM and CPT Coding classification systems. APC assignment, DRG assignment, case-mix analysis and other classification systems will be explored. Development of essential skills needed for correct assignment of codes will be emphasized. Prerequisite: HIM 110 and HIM 111.
HIM 215 Health Care Reimbursement (3 cr. hrs.)
This course studies the historical development of health care reimbursement in the U.S. The Prospective Payment System and other third party payer requirements will be studied. Claims processing for the physician's office and health care facilities will be explored. Prerequisite: HIM 110 and HIM 111.
HIM 220 Quality Management in Health Care (3 cr. hrs.)
This course teaches Basic QM and PI techniques used in health care facilities. Focus is on clinical assessment, infection control, utilization management, risk management, and performance improvement tools. Prerequisites: HIM 101 and HIM 102
HIM 222 Computers in Health Care (4 cr. hrs.)
Information Technology for the Health Professions provides a general introduction to computer literacy and information technology for health care students. The course provides a comprehensive survey of the interconnections of information technology (IT) and health care. The class teaches computer literacy and introduces students to the uses of information technology in health care delivery. It includes ciscussions of hardware and software, communications and networking, ethical issues, and privacy concerns. In addition, it discusses how IT is transforming every aspect of health care - from administrative applications (such as the electronic medical record), to clinical systems involved in direct patient care, to special-purpose applications (such as simulation software used in the education of health care professionals). The class examines the impact of IT on health care - specifically in the fields of radiology, telemedicine, surgery, medical devices, pharmacy, dentistry, and informational resources. Prerequisites: HIM 102 and HIM 125, and HIM 210, and HIM 220 and CIS 122 and OFS 114.* Effective 1/4/10
HIM 230 Professional Practice I (3 cr. hrs.)
Students will utilize the JJC Lab and/or various clinical sites for supervised professional practice. This experience will provide hands-on application of health information technology processes. Emphasis will be on MPI/ADT, chart deficiency, chart tracking applications and release of information. Prerequisites: Consent of HIM Coordinator/Department.
HIM 235 Professional Practice II (3 cr. hrs.)
Students will utilize the JJC lab and/or various clinical sites for supervised professional practice in HIM. This experience will provide hands-on application of health information technology processes. Transcription, coding and abstracting applications will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Consent of HIM Coordinator/Department.
HIM 299 Special Topics in Health Information (3 cr. hrs.)
This course is designed to prepare students in specialty areas within health information technology. Topics may include: database management, cancer registry and trauma registry. Projects may include research, learning new software, or a combination that will contribute meaningfully to the education of the student. Prerequisite: HIM 101 or consent of HIM Coordinator/Department.