Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the practice and profession of health information management. The basic health information management functions, services and systems in both acute and nonacute health care settings will be explored. Students will be able to apply knowledge through a variety of activities including lecture/practice and practicum at various local health care facilities.
Means of Assessment
Typical evaluations would include:
- Final Exam
- 2 Midterm Exams
- Assignments (one group assignment)
- Reflective Learning Journals/Questionnaires
Course evaluation is based on course learning outcomes and is consistent with Douglas College Curriculum and Development Policy.
A detailed evaluation schedule is presented to the students at the beginning of the course. Outline of evaluation may be subject to change.
This is a graded course.
Learning Outcomes
In this course participants will have opportunity to:
- perform the basic record management processes typically required of a health information department including patient/client registration, document organization, analysis, incomplete record control, tracking, retrieval, filing, and storage.
- devise and implement systems for the collection, control, storage, retrieval, retention and destruction of health information within required uses, institutional guidelines and legal statutes.
- articulate the need for and uses of the health record and for quality data and information.
- use computer applications to facilitate the record management process.
- describe the major content areas, data elements, and formats used in the health record.
- outline the flow of health record information from initial encounter to final storage.
- explain the principles of forms design (paper and electronic) including the use of templates to improve the use and control of the health record.
- describe the scope of professional practice within the field of health information management.
- describe the role of HIM and HIM related organization including CHIMA, AHIMA, IFHRO, COACH, etc.
- interpret the HIM professional code of ethics.
- transfer the knowledge and skills obtained in the classroom to reality settings and explain variations in practice.
- engage in self-evaluation and develop strategies to facilitate continued learning for personal professional development.
- apply confidentiality and professional ethics during lecture/practice and practicum experiences
- develop an appreciation for the importance of confidentiality, security and integrity of health care
- data/information.
Textbook Materials
Textbooks and Materials to be Purchased by Students
A list of mandatory and optional textbooks and materials is provided for students at the beginning of each semester.