MHA 550 - Health Informatics

3.00 credits

This course will offer a broad overview of major information system methodologies and approaches in the delivery and administration of modern health care systems. The development and use of decision support systems and Internet-based applications in the context of Electronic Health Record (EHR) needs, Health Insurance Portable and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements, health care data standards, and associated clinical information systems will be examined. Students will also study how core competencies of health care informatics can be developed and applied to real-world situations.