MR123 Introduction to Health Information
This course introduces Health Information Management and its role in healthcare delivery systems. Topics include medical record standards, regulations and initiatives; payment and reimbursement systems, healthcare providers and disciplines; study of the history of health records, professional ethics, functions of a health information department, retention of records, medical forms, health information practices, and responsibilities to healthcare administration, medical staff, and other medical professionals. In addition, this course will discuss fraud and abuse, patient privacy and confidentiality, protected health information, and release of information. Course content will include how medical terminology is used in the medical and coding reimbursement professions. Medical terminology is covered from a coder's perspective. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of health information management and healthcare organizations, professions and trends.