Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management

Program Overview

The University of Kansas Medical Center offers both on-campus and online Bachelor's Degree programs in Health Information Management. The program combines business, health science, and information systems, preparing graduates for diverse career paths within the healthcare field. Students complete prerequisite coursework in biological sciences, mathematics, English, and other subjects before taking program courses in health information management, healthcare delivery systems, and healthcare analytics. Graduates are eligible for positions as Health Information Managers and other healthcare professionals.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Health information managers are vital to healthcare operations, specializing in analyzing, protecting, and managing patient data and information. This program combines business, health science, and information systems, preparing graduates for diverse career paths within the field.

On-Campus Bachelor's Degree Program:

This program is tailored for traditional undergraduate students and is completed on the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) campus in Kansas City, Kansas. Students typically complete two years of prerequisite coursework at the University of Kansas (or another qualified institution) before transferring to KUMC to finish their final two years.

Online Bachelor's Degree-Completion Program:

Designed for working professionals, this program allows individuals with an associate's degree and the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential, credentialed professionals in a related health profession, military service members, and veterans to advance their education. The program offers convenience and flexibility through its online format and caters to experienced students and working healthcare professionals.

Outline:

Prerequisites:

Students must complete 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework, including specific prerequisites listed below:

Course List:

• Biological Sciences:
• BIOL 100: Principles of Biology (or other natural sciences course) - 3 hours
• BIOL 240: Fundamentals of Human Anatomy - 13 hours
• BIOL 246: Principles of Human Physiology - 23 hours
• Mathematics:
• MATH 365: Elementary Statistics - 3 hours
• ACCT 200: Fundamentals of Financial Accounting - 33-4 hours (or ACCT 205: Survey of Accounting)
• English:
• ENGL 101: Composition - 3 hours
• ENGL 102: Critical Reading and Writing - 3 hours
• Oral Communication:
• COMS 130: Public Speaking - 3 hours
• Humanities:
• PHIL 160: Introduction to Ethics - 3 hours
• PHIL 148: Reason and Argument - 3 hours
• Social Sciences:
• PSYC 104: General Psychology - 3 hours
• SOC 104: Elements of Sociology - 3 hours
• Health Care & Other Courses:
• HEIM 230: Medical Terminology - 3 hours
• HEIM 210: Introduction to Healthcare - 1 hour
• BLAW 301: Legal Aspects of Business (Other) - 3 hours
• IST 310: Introduction to Information & Management Productivity Systems - 3 hours (or IST 205: Survey of Information Systems)

Total Prerequisites Hours:

46-47

Program Courses:

• HEIM 401: Introduction to Health Information Management (HIM) - 3 hours
• HEIM 415: Healthcare Delivery Systems - 3 hours
• HEIM 425: Pharmacology Concepts for Health Information Management - 2 hours
• HEIM 435: Clinical Concepts for Health Information Management - 3 hours
• HEIM 501: Information Resources and Professional Development - 2 hours
• HEIM 570: Introduction to Healthcare Management - 3 hours
• HEIM 420: Legal Aspects of Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 450: Introduction to Professional Practices Experiences - 1 hour
• HEIM 525: Healthcare Database and Architecture - 3 hours
• HEIM 540: Health Information Systems - 3 hours
• HEIM 565: Clinical Terminologies and Classifications I - 4 hours
• HEIM 510: Professional Practice Experience / Lab I - 1 hour
• HEIM 567: Quality and Performance Improvement in Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 571: Human Resource Management in Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 575: Applied Statistics and Research Methods in Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 585: Healthcare Reimbursement - 3 hours
• HEIM 635: Clinical Terminologies and Classifications II - 3 hours
• HEIM 665: Topics in Health Information Management - 2 hours
• HEIM 671: Leadership in Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 676: Healthcare Analytics - 3 hours
• HEIM 679: Information Governance in Healthcare - 3 hours
• HEIM 680: Management Internship - 3 hours

Total Program Course Hours:

60

Structure:

• On-Campus Program: Starts in the fall semester on the KU Medical Center campus and culminates in a 4-week capstone professional experience at the end of the spring semester of the second year.
• Online Program: Begins in both fall and spring semesters with individualized course plans.

Bridge to Master of Health Services Administration (MHSA):

Students may choose to apply to a BS in HIM bridge to MHSA degree option during their junior year. This bridge program allows students to complete an MHSA degree within a year of finishing their bachelor's degree.

Teaching:

• Faculty: Students work with expert faculty at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
• Technology: The program utilizes the latest health information technology.

Careers:

• Health Information Manager: This is a specialized Medical and Health Services Manager position, according to occupational classifications from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Other Potential Career Paths: Graduates are prepared for various positions within the healthcare field.

Other:

• Program Changes: The curriculum content and course revisions may change frequently due to healthcare advancements.
Prospective students are encouraged to seek ongoing advising from the department.
• International Students: International students may face additional requirements regarding language proficiency, residency, and citizenship status.

Note:

The document does not explicitly specify assessment methods, teaching methods, or detailed information about the individual modules.