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2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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MHCM 5800 - Healthcare Information Exchange and Information Systems


Credit Hours: 3

There are myriad information systems used across the spectrum of healthcareorganizations. This course focuses on need for effective information processing, including documentation and coding. Overview of privacy issues, use of protected information, and integration of health records are provided. Course will also educate key leadership on understanding Diagnostic Related Groups, International Classification of Disease (ICD 10), as well as common procedural terminology (CPT) used by physicians, as these are all factors in reimbursement. Federal mandates and initiatives will be included for electronic medical record integration and the future. The cost of technology and the demands on an organization are also included in what support is needed for effective management. Discussion will include regional and state health information exchanges, applicable laws related to privacy and portability of records. It also examines the business aspects of computer systems management including business productivity software.



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