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BU 102 Introduction to Computers
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3 semester hours
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This course examines the
operation of computers from hardware to software. The Windows operating system
will be thoroughly explored and learned. The course also offers an introduction
to a wide variety of software applications as well as Internet history and
operation.
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BU 309 Medical Billing and Reimbursement
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3 semester hours
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This
course will introduce policies, procedures, and laws that govern medical
billing and reimbursement. A history of health insurance is presented as well
as medical coding and claims processing guidelines. The reimbursement methods for clinics, hospitals, long-term care
facilities, and home health agencies are also discussed.
Prerequisite: HC 102,
BU 102 and HM 150; BU 306 is recommended.
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HM 105 Medical Terminology
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3 semester hours
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This course introduces
students to medical terminology using the basic rules for medical
word-building. Classroom discussion and text provide an overview of a medical
specialty, with their respective body system. Authentic medical records and
critical thinking are used to help students interpret medical records.
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HM 150 Health Care Concepts
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3 semester hours
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This is an introductory
course into the health information management profession. Included in this course are: an introduction to the health information
management profession; methods to access and retrieve health data and patient
records; the various indexes, registers and coding and reimbursement systems encountered
in the health care setting; and an introduction to the legal aspects in health
information management.
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HM 224 Anatomy and Physiology for HIM
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4 semester hours
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The course is designed to
teach important concepts about human anatomy and physiology in preparation for
degree coursework. The course focuses on the structure of organs and their
relationship to one another. The course also examines how organs function.
Prerequisite: HM 105 or
taking concurrent.
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HM 230 Coding I:
Foundation of Coding
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3 semester hours
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This course is an introduction
to the nationally approved code sets. This includes use of the manuals and the
basic principles of selecting codes to describe services, supplies and
conditions.
Prerequisites: HM 105,
HM 150 and HM 224.
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HM 304 Pharmacology and Drug Administration
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3 semester hours
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This course is a study of
pharmacological concepts and practices including theory and practice of drug
administration. Legal and ethical issues of medication are also covered.
Prerequisites: HM 105
and HM 224.
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HM 321 & 322 Disease Process I & II
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3 semester hours each
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These courses are designed
to study the nature and causes of disease. This includes the study of the
etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic evaluation procedures, complications,
treatment, management, prognosis and advanced medical terminology. Through
class discussion and assigned case studies, students apply their knowledge and
utilize their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The classes are
organized by body system and do not need to be taken in consecutive order.
Prerequisites: HM 105
and HM 224.
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HM 331 & 332 Coding II & III: Principles
of Coding
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3 semester hours each
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These courses begin a
detailed examination of coding systems across a continuum of health care
settings. The student's comprehensive knowledge of coding, terminology, anatomy
and physiology, disease process and pharmacology will come into play in
identifying all services, supplies and conditions described in sample patient
documentation. These classes need to be taken in consecutive order.
Prerequisites: HM 230,
HM 304, HM 321 and HM 322.
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HM 350 Health Care Data Systems
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3 semester hours
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This course is the study
of the healthcare code sets, clinical terminologies, and classification systems
encountered in today's healthcare environment. Special attention will be paid
to issues surrounding the latest advances in health care data management,
health care informatics and the electronic medical record.
Prerequisites: BU 102
and HM 150.
