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1969 - Health Information Technol-AAS

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Program Code

1969

Degree Designation

AAS

Program Description

This career program provides students with the skills necessary to prepare for employment in today’s medical office/health information departments. The program offers an education that will prepare a student in automated medical office communications, medical terminology, medical coding, healthcare documentation, medical transcription and medical insurance, as well as advancing the implementation and effective management of electronic health records (EHRs). The program also provides a broad background in liberal arts that will add to students’ ability to develop decision-making skills. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to enter the job market or transfer to a four-year institution. Program is also available online.

Outcome

Show the ability to perform basic administrative medical assistance functions.

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Demonstrate appropriate written and verbal communication skills as a result of course written assignments, discussions, and class participation.

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Demonstrate proficiency in computer usage and word processing skills.

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Identify the importance of the value of learning as an ongoing process through portfolio development and professional development activities.

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Demonstrate the ability to use medical terminology appropriately.

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Demonstrate an understanding of maintaining confidentiality of health information.

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Demonstrate critical thinking skills by analyzing case studies as they apply to problem solving within the medical office setting.