Health Information Management A.A.S.

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis Health Information Management, Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Program Location: Signal Peak, Aravaipa, Maricopa, Superstition Mountain,  San Tan Campus, and Online.

Course Objective:
Description: The Health Information Management (HIM) AAS Degree prepares students with the
knowledge and technical skills necessary for managing and improving the quality of information within the
healthcare delivery system with an emphasis on Data Management or Revenue Management. The degree focal
points are the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) entry-level competencies.
The Health Information Management Degree is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health
Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM); graduates from this program are eligible to sit for
the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credentialing exam. 

Competencies to be achieved: 

* Describe health care organizations from the perspective of key stakeholders. (Synthesis Level)
* Identify policies and strategies to achieve data integrity. (Synthesis Level)
* Evaluate data dictionaries and data sets for compliance with governance standards (DM). (Synthesis Level)
* Validate assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes and groupings. (Synthesis Level)
* Evaluate revenue cycle processes (RM). (Synthesis Level)
* Evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements and reimbursement methodologies (RM). (Synthesis Level)
* Apply legal processes impacting health information. (Synthesis Level)
* Identify the components of risk management related to health information management. (Synthesis Level)
* Identify the impact of policy on health care. (Synthesis Level)
* Demonstrate fundamental leadership skills. (Synthesis Level)
* Utilize data-driven performance improvement techniques for decision making. (Synthesis Level)
* Assess ethical standards of practice. (Synthesis Level)
* Various more.

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition (In-State) 62 x $75 = $4,650
Tuition (Out of State) 62 x $150 = $9,300

Additional fees and costs:
* Annual subscription to EHRGO (Required). Various subscription options, prices go from $50.00 – 290.00
* Annual Subscription to AHIMA VLAB Medical Coder Package (Required) $75.00
Student Membership to AHIMA (Recommended) $49.00

Pre-Degree Requirements:
Before applying to the program, students need to have completed the following:
* Complete a HIM program Application (Specify Data Management [DM] or Revenue Management [RM])
* Complete review of current unofficial transcripts with HIM program director.
* Complete BIO 181 General Biology I within five years of application to the program.
* Complete CIS120 Survey of Computer Information Systems within three years of application to the program.
* Complete HCC116 Medical Terminology with a final grade of “C” or higher.
* Eligibility to register for ENG101 College Composition I.
* Eligibility to register for MAT141 College Mathematics, Standard.

Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
*Health Information Management Technology: An Applied Approach
* 3. 2.1 Code it
* Medical Insurance: A Revenue Cycle Process Approach
* Calculating and Reporting Healthcare Statistics
* Introduction to Information Systems for Health Information Technology
* Fundamentals of Law for Health Informatics and Information Management
* 3-2-1 Code it with MindTap
* Quality and Performance Improvement in Healthcare
* Coding and Reimbursement for Hospital Inpatient Services
* A practical Approach to Analyzing Healthcare Data
* Documentation for Health Records
* RHIT Exam Prep Book

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
* Program requires access to a computer. 
* Program requires a quality internet connection.
* Program requires annual subscription to EHRGO x2. 
* Program requires annual subscription to AHIMA VLAB x1. 
* Program recommends student subscription to AHIMA.   

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Veronica Duran
Email:  veronica.duran@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-5111 

Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.edu/resources/AOI/HealthInfoMnmtAASmap2024-2025.pdf

Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
* HIM296 Practicum Requirement 
* Students must purchase and set up a My Clinical Exchange account. 
* Students may need to purchase and set up a Complio account. 
* Background Check 
* Level 1 Fingerprint Card 
* CPR 
* Proof of vaccinations 
* Insurance Fee  $25 

Other requirements needed: None
HIM Program requires specific program application and approval by the HIM Program Director.

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://centralaz.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/refunds/

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), http://www.ahima.org/ .
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Some courses completed may apply towards a BS in Health Information Management degree. Articulates to BSHIM programs accredited by CAHIIM
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. HLC accredited courses are recognized by other educational institutions.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission; https://hlcommission.org/. Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)

Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential during WIOA program participation or within one year after exit from WIOA. Not Tracked at this time.

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