This course will provide students with an overview and fundamental understanding of a wide variety of health information management functions within the Electronic Health Records System (EHR). Students will learn concepts essential to the health information management EHR module, which includes document management, coding, scanning and archiving, registration, community-wide scheduling, patient accounting, authorization management and referral management. Students will engage with and understand the associated EHR desktops and the interdisciplinary processes within each needed to carry out efficient and safe care of patients.
Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for those who are either beginning their careers in the healthcare field or those transitioning between areas in the healthcare field.
Course Materials: No additional materials required.
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