BSC1085 Anatomy and Physiology (3 Semester Credit Hours)

Students are introduced to the structure and function of the human organ systems as an integral part of the medical field. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the human body structures and normal functioning of each structural system, as well as what takes place when the body’s homeostasis is unbalanced..

CGS1060C Microsoft Technology Applications (3 Semester Credit Hours)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Office 2013. It will feature four distinct programs: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook. In MS Word, the student will learn how to create and edit and format documents, and format text and paragraphs. In MS Excel, the student will learn to work with formulas and functions, format a worksheet, and to work with charts. In MS PowerPoint, the student will create/modify a presentation, insert objects into a presentation, and finish a presentation. In MS Outlook, the student will be trained in the usage of e-mail and the management of information the application. There are some activities that integrate some of these applications which are very beneficial for students who will use these applications in the real working environment.

HIM1222 Medical Coding I (3 Semester Credit Hours)

This course provides the student with a comprehensive training in the application of diagnostic codes from the ICD-9-CM and the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. This course focuses on the history, format, conventions, guidelines and appropriate assignment of codes from the ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM classification systems. Diagnostic clinical information is identified and abstracted from health records in various healthcare settings (outpatient and inpatient) and assigned the appropriate, accurate and specific ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM codes. This course includes supervised lab instruction of simulation practice exercises (virtual lab).

HIM1232 Medical Coding II (3 Semester Credit Hours)

This course provides the student with a comprehensive view to the nomenclature and classification systems known as Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) and the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). This course concentrates on the accurate use of CPT for procedural and operative coding. This course also concentrates on the accurate use of HCPCS for Medicare’s Level II national coding used to bill for ambulance, medical and surgical supplies, durable medical equipment, etc. CPT and HCPCS procedural/operative clinical information, in addition to diagnostic clinical information, is identified and abstracted from health records and assigned the appropriate, accurate and specific procedural/operative and diagnostic codes for third party billing. This course includes supervised lab instruction of simulation practice exercises (virtual lab).

HIM1273 Medical Insurance & Billing Procedure (3 Semester Credit Hours)

This course introduces the major types of medical insurance, payers, and regulators, as well as the medical billing cycle including HIPAA/HITECH Privacy, Security, and Electronic Health Care Transactions, Code Sets, and Breach Notification Rules. The class will provide students with the knowledge in correct coding procedures, using coding references, complying with proper linkage guidelines, general procedures for calculating reimbursement, how to bill compliantly, and preparing and transmitting claims.

HIM1960 Certification Exam Review (1.5 Semester Credit Hours)

This course will provide a structured plan of preparation which emphasizes the acquisition of test taking skills and critical thinking abilities to successfully pass a medical coding & billing certification exam conducted by a recognized national certifying association organization. This dynamic review course has been designed to review with students for relevant topics according to organization guidelines and specification on exam domains and percentage of questions to be questioned on certification exam. The class also includes exam questions practicum with rationales.

HSC1531 Medical Terminology (3 Semester Credit Hours)

This course introduces medical elements and their applications to body systems and medical specialties. The student will be introduced to medical terms, including suffixes, roots, prefixes and anatomical terms. The basic body components will also be introduced and associated with the proper terminology. These terms will be applied to common medical specialties.

SLS1105 Student Success Skills (1.5 Semester Credit Hours)

student success skills is a course designed to help students succeed in college by providing them with a foundation for gaining the skills and demeanor necessary to be a successful college student. Students will learn how they learn, and pay special attention to cultural, and socio-economic factors that impact student success. The student will learn strategies that may allow them to overcome their cultural, socio-economic and/ or learning challenges

SLS1509 Critical Thinking Skills (1.5 Semester Credit Hours)

This course explores the process of thinking critically and guides students in thinking more clearly, insightfully and effectively. Concrete examples from students’ experience and contemporary issues help students develop the abilities to solve problems, analyze issues, and make informed decisions in their academic, career and personal lives. Substantive readings, structured writing assignments and ongoing discussions help student develop language skills while fostering sophisticated thinking abilities.

HIM1000 Intro to Health Information Management (1.5 Semester Credit Hours)

This course will provide a clear and comprehensive information about all aspects of the health information including the electronic health records, content of patient records (acute, outpatient and alternate care settings), records storage and circulation, numbering and filing systems, indexes, registers, health data collection, legal aspects, and coding and reimbursement. Special emphasis is placed on differences associated with record- keeping practices in hospitals, ambulatory care facilities, and physician’s offices.