rasmussen.edu | 888-5-RASMUSSEN COURSE DESCRIPTIONS HIM 1257 Ambulatory Coding 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an in-depth study of the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) / Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Coding System using exercises and health records to develop skill and accuracy in assigning codes for providers and outpatient services. Students apply coding guidelines supported by health record documentation. Students use encoders and identify appropriate online resources to help determine correct codes. Emphasis is placed on developing ethical coding and billing practices with the application of official guidelines for coding and reporting and the opportunity to practice claim form completion for physicians and outpatient services. Prerequisite: HIM 1103 Coding Foundations Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HIM 2224C Health Information Pathophysiology and Pharmacology HIM 1258C Ambulatory Care Coding 40 hours, 3 credits The emphasis in this course is medical coding in an ambulatory care setting. Students will develop an understanding of HCPCS coding with an emphasis on CPT. Prerequisite: Coding Foundations Pre- or co-requisite: Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Health Information HIM 1507 Medical Billing and Insurance 40 hours, 3 credits In this course, students will develop knowledge of different components of medical insurance and billing. They will learn skills associated with claim form preparation, processing and submission in addition to an introduction to medical coding. Topics include medical insurance and billing tasks for healthcare systems, programs, and commercial insurance plans within healthcare environments. Prerequisites: Medical Terminology; Structure and Function of the Human Body; Foundations of Medical Administration HIM 2000 Introduction to Health Information Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course introduces students to the field of health information management. Topics include health information roles, various healthcare providers, and the different clinical/ organizational settings these professionals work in as well as health information service operational functions. This course explores the fundamental health information management concepts as well as the ability to identify health record content and format in various formats and based on external and internal regulations and accreditation standards. Data quality characteristics and data governance are introduced to students emphasizing the importance of data accuracy and integrity. Prerequisite: None HIM 2133 Revenue Cycle and Billing 40 hours, 4 credits This course will prepare the student to understand the components of the revenue cycle and their interconnectivity. Students will be introduced to common third-party payers, insurance terminology, and medical billing. Plan options, payer requirements, and state and federal regulations relating to the revenue cycle will be examined. They will learn skills including claim form preparation and processing, and electronic claim submission and the management of these revenue cycle processes. The focus will be on accuracy of data collected and data processed for proper and timely payment. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology HIM 2135 Revenue Cycle Management 40 hours, 4 credits This course focuses on the revenue life cycle from initial patient contact through final reimbursement and auditing. Students are introduced to the services, job functions, and responsibilities involved in revenue cycle functions and management. Revenue cycle processes, including auditing and financial controls, are evaluated. A variety of reimbursement methodologies and payer plans are examined, and students have an opportunity to assess revenue cycle regulations and guidelines along with internal and external reporting requirements. Prerequisites: HIM 2000 Introduction to Health Information Management; CGS 1240 Computer Applications and Business Systems Concepts HIM 2214 Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Health Information 50 hours, 4 credits This course provides an exploration of human pathophysiology as well as pharmacology to prepare students for careers in health information. Students will learn concepts and terminology related to the structure, nature, and causes of diseases and disorders of the human body. Additionally, students will learn about the diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic application of drugs and procedures used in treatment. Finally, the student will practice identification of key information from the health record related to the diagnosis and treatment of disease in order to support the correct management and coding of a medical record. Pre- or co-requisite: Structure and Function of the Human Body Prerequisite: Medical Terminology HIM 2224C Health Information Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 40 hours, 3 credits This course focuses on the exploration of human pathophysiology and pharmacology, centering on specific disease processes in the human body, including the cause, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Topics include drug classifications, drug actions, the most commonly prescribed drugs, and reference materials. This course further develops practice for health information students in identifying key information from the health record related to the diagnosis and treatment of disease in order to support correct coding and quality management of the medical record. Prerequisite: PHA 1500 Structure and Function of the Human Body HIM 2304 Management of Health Information Services 40 hours, 4 credits The study of management, supervision, and human resource principles with application to health information service departments in various healthcare settings. Students will learn how to measure and manage productivity of HIM staff and explore the HIM management role in relation to other hospital departments. Pre- or co-requisite: Introduction to Health Information Management HIM 2410 Health Information Law and Ethics 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides students a foundation in the United States legal system and healthcare laws, regulations, processes, and ethical considerations impacting health information. Topics include healthcare laws and regulations surrounding patient privacy and confidentiality, protected health information, release of information, fraud and abuse, and the legal health record. This course develops the student’s ability to identify and respond to potential ethical dilemmas in health information management. Prerequisite: None HIM 2429 Health Information Compliance 30 hours, 3 credits This course is the study of compliance as it relates to health information management activities. It places focus on integrating the knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and compliance requirements to assess compliance programs’ usefulness in identifying organizational compliance in areas such as HIPAA, Stark Laws, and fraud and abuse. Topics covered will be compliance programs, policy development, fraud surveillance, risk management, quality improvement, patient safety, accreditation/licensure processes, and training programs. This course will prepare students to be able to collaborate in preparing for, analyzing, and adhering to compliance and regulatory requirements related to health information management within a healthcare organization. Prerequisite: Health Information Law and Ethics HIM 2515 Management and Leadership in Health Information 40 hours, 4 credits This course prepares students for the management of health information services and personnel and performance of entry-level supervisory and management functions. Students are introduced to fundamental management and leadership principles and skills with application to health information departments and services. Topics covered include ethical standards of practice, cultural diversity, organizational change impacts, human resource strategies, performance improvement techniques, and financial management processes, including organizational, departmental and capital budgeting, workforce training, meeting tools and techniques, and interdisciplinary and professional teams. Prerequisite: HIM 2000 Introduction to Health Information Management HIM 2588 Healthcare Data Management and Statistics 50 hours, 5 credits This course is the study of the calculation, analysis, and management of healthcare data and statistics. It places focus on the general principles of hospital statistics, use of internal and external healthcare data, research techniques, data presentation, and data management. Topics will include 106 ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM basic statistical principles and calculations, applications of policies and procedures related to data, research methodologies, software and graphical tools, analysis techniques, and data governance principles. This course will prepare students to apply and interpret healthcare statistics, utilize research techniques to gather and interpret healthcare data, prepare reports and graphs, analyze data for healthcare operations, and effectively manage the standardization, storage, and use of data. Prerequisite: Introduction to Health Information Management HIM 2589C Healthcare Statistics and Data Management 40 hours, 3 credits This course introduces students to the study of the calculation of statistics for healthcare operations and the analysis and graphical presentation of data using statistical and data presentation and report generating tools. Students articulate health record documentation and reporting related to regulatory requirements, the basic concepts of managing data, and the principles of research used in healthcare. This course provides a foundation for students to continue to engage in applying health informatics concepts in the management of health information, including managing data within a database system, analyzing trends, and reporting data graphically to meet the needs of healthcare stakeholders. Prerequisites: STA 1625 Essential Statistics and Analytics; CGS 1240 Computer Applications and Business Systems Concepts HIM 2624C Data Analytics and Informatics in Healthcare 40 hours, 3 credits This course builds upon the foundation learned in the previous course on healthcare statistics and data analytics by providing more in-depth opportunities to manage data within a database and assess methodologies related to health information management to meet stakeholder needs, considering national standards for reporting and exchange of information. Topics focus on the evaluation of data to identify trends, formatting health data using various visual displays and presentation tools, and applying data governance principles to collect and manage data using database management tools. Students have the opportunity to explore the role of emerging technologies in healthcare and patient engagement. Prerequisites: STA 1625 Essential Statistics and Analytics; HIM 2589C Healthcare Statistics and Data Management; HIM 2000 Introduction to Health Information Management; CGS 1240 Computer Applications and Business Systems Concepts HIM 2652 Healthcare Information Technologies 40 hours, 4 credits This course covers the elements of the electronic health record planning and implementation process as well as the ongoing management of systems. It provides a solid background about EHR history, trends, and common challenges. Students will also explore technology and software applications in various healthcare disciplines. Prerequisite: Introduction to Health Information Management
