HCIA 1010 Healthcare Delivery Systems

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Course Description

This course is an overview of the components of the healthcare delivery system in the United States including organizations that provide healthcare, regulations and standards that apply to healthcare organizations, reimbursement methods used, and the professionals that provide the services. Students examine the organizational component of healthcare facilities: the governing board and administration; the health information management profession and the functions of a health information manager in the healthcare environment; and the resources used by HIM professionals/medical staff. This course introduces students to the broad range of career options in the health information management profession.