Course Descriptions
Course descriptions not listed can be found in the college catalog under course descriptions for the appropriate class.

HITC 1021 Coding Lab I                                                                                           2 Credits

This course will provide students practice in applying coding skills acquired in Basic ICD-9-CM coding and Basic CPT/HCPCS coding.  The students will become proficient at determining patient diagnoses and procedures by coding patient medical records.  The students will develop skills using an encoder and grouper to assist in coding.  (Prerequisite or corequisite:  MDCD 1010, MDCD 1020)                                                                             4 hours lab/week          F

HITC 1051 Professional Seminar                                                                               2 Credits

This is a capstone course culminating in fundamental and comprehensive review of the domains, subdomains and tasks for entry-level registered health information technician competencies.  As part of these competencies students will continue coding practice by use of encoder/grouper.  Students will take mock registration exams for self-evaluation of domains, subdomains and tasks.  Students will also review guides for professional activities such as resumes, job interviews, and professional conduct.  (Prerequisite or corequisite:  HITC 1021, MDCD 1030, MDCD 1040)                                                                                       4 hours lab/week         S

HITC 2010 Fundamentals of Health Information Management                                3 Credits

This course enables the student to learn the sources of health information and its relation to health agencies.   A study is made of the origin and purpose, content, assembly, analysis and use of medical records.  The student will learn methods of compiling, numbering, filing and retention of health information. This course is for Health Information Technology and Medical Coding majors; other must have permission of instructor.

                                                                                                            3 hours lecture/week   F

MDTR 1010 Medical Terminology                                                                            5 Credits

An introductory study of medical terminology utilizing the body system approach including anatomy and physiology, and laboratory/pathology terms, pharmacology concepts, terms and abbreviations.      This is an online course that meets in person once for orientation to using online software.                                                                                        5 hours lecture/week    F, Su

HITC 2020/21 Applications in Healthcare Information Systems                               3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the use of automated information systems in the healthcare delivery system and its various settings.   Students will be introduced to the terminology and essential concepts of health information systems and the privacy/security issues which affect access to and the use of patient information.  (Prerequisites:  CPSC 1100)

                                                                                    2 hours lecture/2 hours lab/week     S

MDTR 1030 Fundamentals of Medical Science                                                        3 Credits

Study of diagnoses, signs and symptoms, surgical and diagnostic procedures, medical equipment and instruments, laboratory and pharmacology applications utilizing the body system approach.   Emphasis includes current therapies and special procedures.   This is an online course that meets in person once for orientation to using online software.  (Prerequisite:   MDTR 1010)

                                                                                                            3 hours lecture/week     S

HITC 2070 Supervisory and Legal Aspects                                                               3 Credits

This course emphasizes the medical record as a legal document and the effect of confidential communication laws on both the release of information and use of health information.   The student will also be introduced to management principles and the supervisory role in healthcare organizations.   (Prerequisites HITC 2010; Corequisites:   MDTR 1030, HITC 2020/21)                                                                                                             3 hours lecture/week     S

HITC 2040 Health Statistics and Registries                                                               2 Credits

This course focuses on the collection of health data, commonly used computations, the presentation and reporting of data.  This course will recognize the sources and uses of health data in the United States.   This course also includes the function and use of registries, including the Tumor Registry.   (Prerequisites/Co-requisites:   MDTR 1030, HITC 2010)

                                                                                                            2 hours lecture/week      F

HITC 2050 Health Information Technology Practice I                                              3 Credits

This course contains planned and supervised clinical experiences in medical facilities.   The student is given the opportunity to gain knowledge and skill in admission and discharge procedures, health and vital statistics, coding and abstracting, physician incomplete records, medical transcription supervision, tumor registry and long term care facilities.  (Prerequisites:  HITC 2010, HITC 2020/21, HITC 2070, MDTR 1030; Prerequisite or corequisite:  BIOL 2010, BIOL 2011; Corequisites:  BIOL 2020, BIOL 2021,  MDCD 1010, MDCD 1020, HITC 2040, HITC 1021)

            1 hour lecture-4 hours clinical/week     F

MDCD 1010 Basic ICD-9-CM Coding                                                                     3 Credits

This course covers the classification systems employed to organize medical information for future retrieval.   The ICD-9-CM classification system is emphasized including its use for prospective payment systems.   Course work focuses on acquiring skills in coding disease and procedures and abstracting medical data.  This course is a combination of classroom and online instruction. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.  (Prerequisite or Corequisite:  MDTR 1010)

                                                                                                            3 hours lecture/week     F

MDCD 1020 Basic CPT/HCPCS Coding                                                                  3 Credits

This course covers the basic principles of coding with CPT/HCPCS.   Instruction on outpatient coding, including structure, rules and guidelines.  Students will develop skills in using CPT to report reimbursable services.  This course is a combination of classroom and on-line instruction. This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.  (Prerequisite or Corequisite:   MDTR 1010)

                                                                                                            3 hours lecture/week     F      

HITC 2060 Health Information Technology Practice II                                            3 Credits

This course contains planned and supervised clinical experience in medical facilities.   The student is given the opportunity to gain knowledge and skill in release of information, utilization review, patient care evaluation procedures, supervisory duties, ambulatory care settings, and psych/drug rehab settings.   Increased proficiency in coding skills is also emphasized.  (Prerequisites: HITC 2050, BIOL 2020, BIOL 2021; Corequisites:  BIOL 2020, BIOL 2021; HITC 1051, HITC 2030/31, MDCD 1030, MDCD 1040)

                                                                                    1 hour lecture – 4 hours clinical/week   S

HITC 2030/2031 Quality Improvement and Assessment in Healthcare                    3 Credits

This course will focus on quality improvement and assessment in a variety of healthcare settings.   Emphasis will be placed on implementation of quality tools and techniques as they relate to health information department activities of acute care hospitals, hospital outpatient and emergency departments, ambulatory care settings, and other healthcare facilities.   Quality improvement and assessment techniques as they relate to the medical staff will also be addressed.  (Prerequisites:  HITC 2020/2021, HITC 2040, HITC 2070, MDCD 1010, MDCD 1020)                                                                                2 hours lecture/2 hours lab/week     S

MDCD 1030 Intermediate ICD-9-CM Coding                                                         3 Credits

A continuation of the study of the ICD-9-CM classification system emphasizing its use for prospective payment systems.   Course work focuses on acquiring advanced skills in coding disease and procedures and abstracting medical data.  This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.  (Prerequisites:  MDCD 1010, HITC 2010; Corequisite:    MDTR 1030)                                                                                           3 hours lecture/week     S

MDCD 1040 Advanced Coding for Reimbursement                                                            3 Credits

This course is a comprehensive study of reimbursement procedures for the prospective payment system (DRGs) and outpatient services (APCs).   Coding issues are emphasized and optimization skills developed and applied.  This course includes a clinical practicum in a medical facility.  This course is a combination of classroom and online instruction.  This course includes extensive use of computers and coding software.  (Prerequisite:  MDCD 1010, MDCD 1020; Corequisite MDCD 1030)

                                                                        2 hours lecture, 3 hours clinical/week           S

Course descriptions not listed can be found in the college catalog under course descriptions for the appropriate class.