HIMT 2460 Syllabus

Subject Code

HIMT

Course Number

2460

Course Title

Health Information Management Technology Practicum

Prerequisites

HIMT 1200 with a grade of C or higher, HIMT 1250 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

HIMT 2400

Terms Offered

Credit Hours

Course Description

This course will allow students to perform advanced functions of a health information management department. Students will work in realistic work environments in either traditional, non-traditional, or lab settings. Activities will include the application of all HIMT coursework. Students will also learn professional skills to prepare them for employment in the HIM career field.

A work ethic grade is assigned for this course. For more information see Work Ethics.

Course Outcomes

Health Information Management (HIM) Department Functions

• Recognize health information documentation flow in a healthcare setting.

• Perform functions in a health information department.
• Perform HIM related functions to include retrieval, filing, assembly, analysis, coding, and release of information while maintaining confidentiality of protected health information.

Communication and Presentation Skills

• Develop a presentation on a HIT related topic.
• Prepare handouts and material for the presentation.

Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) national Exam Preparation

• Perform a mock simulate RHIT national exam.