HSC 155 - Intro to Electronic Health Records

Institution:

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

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Description:

This course introduces the student to the purpose, history, and methods pertaining to documentation and record keeping in the health care industry. Data analytics, continuum of care, HIPAA and the HITECH Act are also integrated throughout the course. Students will learn the financial implications and incentives government offers to facilities and private practices for compliance with utilizing electronic formats for charting, prescribing medications, tests, treatments etc. This is an introductory course. Note: Health Science students must earn a C or higher in all HSC courses in order to graduate from their respective programs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pennhighlands.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 262-6400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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