MDA-200 Electronic Health Records

Learn the history and inception of the electronic health record and current health technology nomenclature and standards. Gain a broad perspective of current federal legislation and law governing the electronic health record. Learn to develop practical applications of the electronic health record, including types of medical software, administrative applications and functions for long-term planning, patient scheduling, tracking patient activity, e-communication within health systems, building the patient's electronic face sheet and chart, electronic ordering and scheduling for testing and diagnostics, creating health forms, electronic health imaging, building health system and medical databases, electronic patient encounter forms and electronic billing systems in the health care setting. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 101/ENG 101A.