| MEDA 230 introduces students to healthcare computer technology and information systems. The course focuses on computer software, hardware communications technology and developing an understanding of fundamental computer based applications that are the building blocks of health and medical information systems. A range of health informatic applications and systems are discussed including electronic patient records and patient-care decision support tools. The course examines the impact of information technology on healthcare professionals and systems with special attention to issues surrounding use and safety, and the long term impact of health information technology. The course also explores the design and evaluation of health information systems, selection of health information technology and systems and emerging applications in healthcare informatics. |
Class Details
Credits: 3
Prereq: Acceptance into the Certificate of Competence in Medical Assisting Healthcare Practice Management program or acceptance into the Associate in Science degree in Medical Assisting program or consent of instructor., Coreq: -
Courses: MEDICAL ASSISTING (MEDA)
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