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please refer to the
MSU-GF 2007-2008 Catalog
Tuition and Fees $7455
Application Fee $30
Lab Fees $70
Books and Supplies $1700
   

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Catalog 2007-2008

Advisor: Lynn Ward Lynn Ward Email

Website: Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology program is designed to prepare individuals to organize and evaluate medical records for completeness and accuracy.

Upon completion of the AAS degree in Health Information Technology, students will be prepared to begin a successful career as a health information technologist. Students are prepared to sit for the National Registered Health Information Technologist exam.

Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to:

  • Use computer applications and software in maintaining health information in medical records.

  • Research and rely on knowledge in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and disease processes.

  • Identify and apply accurate diagnostic and procedural codes for reimbursement.

  • Exhibit professional communication skills in oral, written and electronic formats.

  • Maintain confidentiality of health information and adhere to regulations pertaining to privacy laws and guidelines.

  • Interact professionally in the healthcare environment with healthcare providers, patients/clients and the public.

The Health Information Technology program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM). A grade of “C” or above must be achieved in all courses to advance in the program and to graduate. Students may enter the program upon completion of all prerequisite coursework and advisement meeting with the HIT program director (in person or via phone). The HIT program is offered completely online and students are placed in the two required clinical internships in a geographical location close to their home.

A grade of "C" or above must be achieved in all courses to advance in the program and to graduate.

NOTE: Curriculum is based on a full time schedule.

Required Skill
Course No. Title
CIT 110 Introduction to Computers OR Transfer Equivalent,
OR Challenge Exam
Fall Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 101 Healthcare Delivery in the US 2
AH 185 Basic Medical Terminology 3
BIO 127 Anatomy & Physiology I for Non-Clinical Majors 4
MATH 161** College Algebra w/ Science Apps OR  
MATH 216** Basic Statistics 3-4
COMM 135 Interpersonal Comm OR  
PSY 101 General Psychology OR  
SOC 111 Introduction to Sociology 3
    SUBTOTAL 15-16
Spring Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 115 Healthcare Personnel & Supervision 2
AH 194* Basic Pharmaceuticals 1
AH 201* Medical Science 3
BIO 128* Anatomy & Physiology II for Non-Clinical Majors 4
HI 156* Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Healthcare 3
ENGL 124** Business and Professional Comm 3
    SUBTOTAL 16
Summer Semester
Course No. Title Credits
HI 132 Health Data Content and Structure 3
HI 210* Statistical Health Informatics 3
HI 240 Clincal Quality Assessment 3
    SUBTOTAL 9
Fall Semester
Course No. Title Credits
CIT 205* Database Management 3
HI 225* Health Information Management 3
HI 245* Professional Practice I 2
HI 295* Overview of Health Informatics 4
OO 111* Fundamentals of Health Insurance 4
    SUBTOTAL 16
Spring Semester Year 2
Course No. Title Credits
HI 236* ICD Coding 3
HI 237* CPT Coding 3
HI 256* Intermediate ICD Coding 2
HI 290* Professional Practice II 2
HI 292* Topics in HIT 3
    SUBTOTAL 14

Total Credits 69-70~   Top


~Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedule.

† A grade of “C-” or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by admissions assessment
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