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Electronic Health Records (MEDS 1000)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 2
Lab Credits: 1

Description: This course introduces electronic health records. You will track patient information flow from registration through billing. Utilizing a leading commercial software, you will explore common electronic functions performed in medical settings. Must be taken A-F.

Topical Outline:
1. Overview of electronic health records
2. Health information data collection standards
3. Privacy, security, and confidentiality of electronic health records
4. Administrative and demographic data

Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate and understanding of the purpose and applications of electronic health records
2. Discuss patient access to electronic health records
3. Demonstrate the flow of medical information into the chart
4. Describe different methods of capturing and recording data
5. Utilize data within an electronic health record to document patient care, manage insurance and billing functions, and safeguard data security

Prerequisites:  Placement into READ 0200 or ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042