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B.S. in Health Information Management |
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| Course Title: |
B.S. in Health Information Management | |
Category: |
Health & Medicine | |
Subject: |
Alternative Medicine | |
| College: |
Kaplan University Online 
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| Course Description: |
The objective of the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management program is to prepare graduates to pursue career advancement within the growing field of health information. The degree program is designed to act as the next step for individuals who already possess a Kaplan University or CAHIIM-approved Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology degree. Students are taught the skills needed to be adaptable and innovative thinkers and problem solvers who can leverage available services and technologies to support management, operations, and strategic initiatives within the health information field. Note: Please contact an Admissions Advisor for further information. Enrollment in this program is limited. |
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| Accreditation: |
Kaplan University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. | |
| Delivery Format: |
Online | |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor Degree | |
| Course Type: |
Online Degrees | |
Course Long Description: |
B.S. in Health Information Management (Kaplan University Online) Kaplan University's B.S. in Health Information Management program has been designed to serve as the next step for students who already earned an Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology degree. The main goal of the program is to prepare HIM graduates to advance their career in the fast-growing field of health information. Students enrolled in this program will develop the skills that are needed to be innovative and adaptable thinkers and problem solvers who are able to leverage available services and technologies to assist operations, management, and also strategic initiatives in the health information field. The program curriculum teaches students how to: - plan, design, manage, and evaluate electronic information systems - understand and apply research methods and critical thinking for health care issues, like the forces influencing health care delivery and health information systems - apply best practices in decision making with regards to the health information management - understand basic supervisory and legal aspects of health information - fully grasp the professional, ethical, and legal standards of health information management, and professional behaviors and problem solving - leverage established ways of finding, evaluating, and using resources Required courses in Kaplan University's B.S. in Health Information Management program are: • Core Courses - 300/400 Level: Arts and Humanities - 300/400 Level: Physical -Science - 300/400 Level: Social Science • Major Courses - Research Methods for Health Sciences - Epidemology and Biostatistics - Organization and Management for Health Care - Advanced Health Informatics - Finance for Health Care - Strategic Planning and Organizational Development for Health Care - Project Design and Management for Health Care - Information Technology and Systems For Health Care - Bachelor's Capstone in Health Information Management • Elective Courses Career Opportunities: Upon completion, graduates of Kaplan University's B.S. in Health Information Management program will have gained the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in the field of health information. They may find employment opportunities within hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians’ offices, health maintenance organizations, insurance companies, home health care, consulting companies, computer software companies, or government agencies. The tasks of HIM professionals typically involve department management and supervision; generation and analysis of health care data; implementation of quality improvement processes, risk management techniques, compliance strategies, and reimbursement procedures; research; and evaluation of legal issues. Possible positions that graduates could pursue include: - HIM Director - Coding Supervisor - Data Quality Manager - Consultant - Patient Information Coordinator - Project Manager - HIM College Instructor - HIM Manager - Privacy Officer - Compliance Director Admission Requirements: Interested students must be a high school graduate or have a General Education Development (GED) certificate. |
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