HIMT1302 — HIM Legal Aspects
HIMT 1302 - HIM Legal Aspects HIMT 1302 - HIM Legal Aspects 3 Credit(s) This course provides an understanding of the legal principles that govern health information and the health record as a legal document. Emphasis is placed on key concepts including: the court system, medical staff, nursing staff, governing board, and their functions and responsibilities. Confidentiality, release of information, informed consent, patient rights, record retention, and an in-depth review of HIPAA will be studied and practiced. Course focus includes current trends in health legislation such as healthcare fraud, federal and state required reporting. Note(s): This is an open enrollment course for students in any major.
Prerequisites: ENGL1010