Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2025-2026
of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Corequisite: HIM 3033L. F, Online HIM 3123 ADVANCED ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS This course will continue to build upon concepts presented in HIM-3223. Most healthcare executives are recognizing the EHRs are essential for doing business today. The changes that accompany the computerization of health information are huge. The advanced EHR course will provide the latest trends and applications related to EHRs and an in-depth understanding of specific key areas associated with EHRs within the US healthcare system. Students will gain insight into elements of the EHR process, implementation, and ongoing management of EHR systems. Corequisite: HIM 3123L. Prerequisite: HIM 3122. F, S, Online HIM 3213 HEALTHCARE LAW & INFORMATION PROTECTION This course provides students a practical understanding of the U.S. Legal System regarding healthcare laws, regulations, ethics, and privacy and security of PHI and ePHI that are specific to healthcare professionals. F, S, SU, Online HIM 3223 INTRO TO ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS This course is intended for individuals who are interested or involved in electronic health records (EHRs). Provides value to students as they are drawn into the challenges & improvements enabled by EHRs. The EHR is the “bridge to everywhere.” It bridges the diverse roles of many medical specialties and allied healthcare occupations. The EHR must bridge the gap between medical data and decision-making and the limitations of unaided human cognition. The EHR must be a key enabler between growing medical knowledge and daily practice in institutions, clinics, and offices around the USA. Two hours of lecture per week. F, S, Online HIM 3333 CODING I This course provides information on CPT coding principles and the outpatient prospective payment system as well as effective management of coding services for both inpatient and outpatient systems. The course includes four hours of lecture and six hours of lab per week for the first eight weeks. Corequisite: HIM 3333L. Prerequisite: ALHLT 4074 and HIM 3453. S, Online HIM 3343 CODING II This course provides information on health-related coding systems which are utilized for data retrieval and reimbursement by type of service. ICD- 9-CM coding principles are covered. Data retrieval relating to manual or automated systems are discussed. The course includes two hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Corequisite: HIM 3343L. Prerequisite: HIM 3333. F, Online HIM 3363 HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE AND RISK MNGMT This course will give students a practical understanding of the laws and regulations encountered daily by healthcare compliance professionals. It will provide students with an ability to identify specific regulatory issues present in the healthcare environment and understand penalties associated with violations of such regulations. Students will learn to conduct basic legal research and where to find resources to interpret healthcare regulations. F, S, SU, Online HIM 3453 HEALTHCARE FINANCE Healthcare firms are very unique in the manner in which they receive compensation for the service that they provide. In this course students will learn why the revenue function is so different for healthcare firms as compared to other industries. The course will also provide an overview of various types of reimbursement and classifications systems utilized in collecting, retrieving, and maintaining clinical data utilized in the U.S. for many types of healthcare facilities. The prospective payment system utilized by CMS is of primary focus as well as CMS contract oversight activities. S, Online HIM 4023 HEALTH INFORMATION APPLICATION Presents information on various regulatory, ancillary, and specialty areas within the field of Health Information and Informatics Management.
course enables students to develop an understanding of the components of the revenue cycle, the best methods of bench-marking performance, and proven methods of improving cash flow. In addition, students will learn about the latest technology, business office staffing, resource management, and recent government regulations related to revenue cycles. F, Online ALHLT 4143 PUBLIC HEALTH CAPSTONE This course will prepare students to enter the workforce by applying their professional oral and written skills as well shadowing/internship with an approved public health professional. S ALHLT 4153 INFORMATICS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS This course brings together healthcare-generated information with technology for the purpose of improving quality of care in a cost-effective manner. It provides a comprehensive overview of key concepts that are vital to healthcare informatics and how they affect the industry. ALHLT 4163 HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP Healthcare Administrative Leadership is a dynamic course that will provide students the environment to put leadership theory into practice. The course will cover leadership principles, relevant human resource topics, organizational structures, organizational change management and behavior, as well as governance and professional development. ALHLT 4178 LONG-TERM CARE PRACTICUM The course is completed on site in a facility/agency that serves older adults. Students are required to complete the majority of the required 1,000 hours in a licensed nursing home under the supervision of a licensed long-term care preceptor. The remaining hours will be completed in various healthcare settings including skilled nursing units, rehabilitation centers, home health, hospice, residential care, and assisted living. Students will acquire practical experience under supervision across diverse healthcare settings, prioritizing hands-on engagement over observation. The course places a strong emphasis on analyzing challenges and experiences encountered during the practicum, urging students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in coursework to real-world scenarios. ALHLT 4183 GERIATRIC HEALTH AND WELLNESS A comprehensive course designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of various aspects of geriatric health and wellness, emphasizing the value and complexity of aging in today’s society. The course is structured to cover several key areas: the longevity dividend, biological perspectives on aging, nutrition and health maintenance, sexuality in aging, death, dying, and bereavement, the economic aspects of aging, living environments and social dynamics, support and community contributions by the elderly, healthcare management in older adults, health inequities and economic securities, elder abuse and neglect, and career opportunities in the aging adult. This course is suitable for students aiming to work in geriatric care, social work, policy making, and other fields related to aging. It provides the tools and knowledge needed to effectively support and advocate for the aging population, enhancing their health, wellbeing, and dignity. ALHLT 4364 ADVANCED CLINICAL CHEMISTRY Discussion, theory, and practical comparison of diagnostic methods employed in the clinical chemistry laboratory are presented. Significance of clinical chemistry results in areas such as electrolyte balance, blood gases, liver function, kidney function, enzymology, hormones, vitamins, special chemistry tests, therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology. Normal physiology and biochemical manifestations of disease are discussed. Prerequisite: Instructor/Department permission only. Health Information Management Program Professional Health Information Management Courses HIM 3033 INTRO TO HEALTH INFORMATION An introduction to the field of health information. Centers around basic functions of a Medical Record/Health Information Department. Two hours
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