HCA60100 - Health Information Exchange

(3 units)

This course will introduce the main components of Health Information Technology (HIT) and Healthcare Information Exchange (HIE). The course includes and exploration of current and upcoming issues and trends as they relate to healthcare operating models. This course is not intended as preparation for primary technology positions. It is intended to convey the role of information technology in the success of the healthcare information exchange process. Students will review computerized patient records, health information exchange models, and decision support systems. Throughout the course, evidence based approaches support learning about the delivery of healthcare services and the interface with information exchanges.