HIMS 1210 - Medical Office Communications

4.5 Credits

Students study the basic information and guidelines for writing style, grammar, and documentation standards in healthcare. Topics include career role and responsibilities in the medical office; effective communication skills; security and integrity of documentation; and the impact of technology in the communication process.

Prerequisites: (1) HIMS 1130

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Describe the career role and responsibilities in the medical office including ethical and legal responsibilities.
Analyze and interpret various types of communications used in a healthcare setting.
Identify and apply the basic documentation standards according to industry guidelines to ensure documentation integrity.
Prepare and format medical reports and correspondence according to industry guidelines.
Utilize appropriate reference materials efficiently to research and/or verify patient information for accurate completion of medical-related documents.
Integrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills essential to career success in the health care field.

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