Health information technology (HIT) provides the framework to demonstrate the comprehensive management of health information across automated systems and its secure exchange between consumers, providers, government and quality entities, and insurers. This course provides an understanding of how IT skills are translated into the medical world providing participants an understanding of medical terminology, medical roles, medical departments, protocols, safety requirements, HIPPA regulations, EMR, medical devices, and levels of security needed. HIT is viewed as the most promising tool for improving the overall quality, safety and efficiency of the health delivery system.
Learning Objectives
- Understand medical terminology, medical roles, medical departments, protocols, safety requirements, HIPPA regulations, EMR, medical devices, and levels of security needed
Framework Connections
Specialty Areas
- Customer Service and Technical Support
- Data Administration
- Systems Administration
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