HIMĀ 451. Health Information Management Theory and Practice. 4 hours.
An introduction to the data elements and health information systems that comprise the patient's health record in acute and alternative settings, including records management and registries. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught online. Students must have an active UIC Net ID with valid password and access to a computer and the internet. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the Mater of Science in Health Information Management program. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Clinical Practice.