HLIM100M: Introduction to Health Information Management

Theory Hours 3 Lab Hours 0 Credits 3

Introduces principles of Health Information Management (HIM) including technological trends; function, content and structure of health records; regulatory and licensing agency requirements; analyzing data and managing information along with professional, ethical and legal issues specific to HIM. Note: A grade of “C” or better is required to pass HLIM classes. Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL110XM or ENGL110M and matriculation into HIM degree program or permission of Program Director.