Health Informatics & Information Management
About This Program
Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) is the study of the principles and practices of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting digital and traditional medical information vital to providing quality patient care. It is the link to clinicians, technology designers, and information technology; and is the value-adding bridge between leadership and management of health information in all formats (paper, scanned, or computerized forms), and are a critical component of the electronic health record (EHR) work-force.
Health informatics and Information Management also focuses on information systems, informatics principles, and information technology as it is applied to the continuum of healthcare delivery. In summary, Health Informatics and Information management is a combination of business, science, and information technology.
HI professionals also work on the classification of diseases and treatments to ensure they are standardized for clinical, financial, and legal uses in healthcare. HI professionals care for patients by caring for their medical data and are responsible for the quality, integrity, security, and protection of patients’ health information.
HIIM Curriculum Map
The coursework we provide is bolstered by laboratory and clinical experience at area health care facilities, and you will also take a four-week management internship. Upon graduation, you will be ready to take the national certification examination to become a Registered Health Information Administrator.
*Pre-Professional Curriculum*
Fall Semester
Freshman Year
| ENC 1101 | Freshman Communicative Skills I | 3 |
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 3 |
| BSC/CHM | Any approved biology or chemistry (w/lab) | 4 |
| HSC 1000 | Orientation to Health Sciences | 1 |
| POS 2041 |
American National Government OR Any approved social sciences course from statewide core course list (AMH 2020) |
3 |
Total Credits: 14
Spring Semester
| ENC 1102 | Freshman Communicative Skills II | 3 |
| HUM 2210 | Historical Survey I OR Any approved humanities course from statewide core course list) (ARH 2000, LIT 2110, MUL 2010, PHI 2010, THE 2000) | 3 |
| *BSC 1005 | Biological Science (w/lab) OR BSC 1010 General Biology I (with lab) | 4 |
| PSY 2012 | Introduction to Psychology OR Any approved social sciences course from Social Science General Education list (AMH 2010, AMH 3571, AMH 3572, ECO 2023, GEA 2000, POS 2001, POS 2112) | 3 |
| AMH 2091 | Introduction to African American History OR AFA 3104 The African American Experience | 3 |
Total Credit: 16
*This is a state common prerequisite. Substitutes indicated in the state Common Prerequisite
Manual at
www.facts.org will be accepted. Must successfully complete this course with a grade
of C or better.
Fall Semester
Sophomore Year
| *BSC 2093 | Anatomy & Physiology I (w/lab) | 4 |
| *ACG 2021 | Financial Accounting Principles | 3 |
| HUMANITIES | Any approved humanities course from statewide core course list (refer to catalog) | 3 |
| *CGS 2060C | Computer Literacy I OR MAN 2543 Introduction to Business Systems | 3 |
| SPC 1017 | Foundations of Speech OR SPC 2608 Public Speaking | 3 |
Total Credits: 16
Spring Semester
Junior Year
| *BSC 2094 | Anatomy & Physiology II (w/lab) | 4 |
| *ACG 2071 | Managerial Accounting Principles | 3 |
| MAN 3025 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| *STA 2023 | Introduction to Probability & Statistics | 3 |
Total Credit: 13
Pre-Professional Curriculum Total Credits: 59
*This is a state common prerequisite. Substitutes indicated in the state Common Prerequisite
Manual at
www.facts.org will be accepted. Must successfully complete this course with a grade
of C or better.
*Professional Curriculum*
Fall Semester
| HIM 3006 | Foundations in Health Information Management (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 3437 | Fundamentals of Medical Science I | 3 |
| HIM 3930 | Professional Development I | 1 |
| HSA 3110 | Organization & Administration of Health Care Facilities | 3 |
| HSC 3531 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
Total Credit: 13
Spring Semester
| HIM 3116 | Quality Management in Health Services (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 3626 | Health Statistics & Research | 3 |
| HIM 3438 | Fundamentals of Medical Science II | 3 |
| HIM 4866E | Database Management and Research | 3 |
Total Credit: 12
Summer Semester
| HIM 3016 | Legal Aspects of Health Information | 3 |
| HIM 3806 | Professional Practice Experience | 1 |
| HIM 4465 | Healthcare Informatics (w/lab) | 3 |
Total Credit: 7
Fall Semester
Senior Year
| HIM 4226 | Clinical Classifications & Terminologies I (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 4306 | Human Resource Management (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 4656 | Health Information Systems (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 4426 | Health Information Privacy & Security Regulations | 3 |
Total Credits: 12
Spring Semester
| HIM 3276 | Healthcare Reimbursement Functions in HIIM | 3 |
| HIM 4286 | Clinical Classifications & Terminologies II (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 4344 | Leadership in Information Governance (w/lab) | 3 |
| HIM 4816 | Professional Practice Experience II | 1 |
| HIM/HSC/HSA/CIS/RCA | Approved Elective (Upper Division) | 2 |
Total Credits: 12
Summer Semester
| HIM 4932 | Seminar, Health Information Management | 1 |
| HIM 4933 | Professional Development II | 1 |
| HIM 4838 | Management Internship | 3 |
Total Credits: 5
Professional Curriculum Total Credits: 61
Total Credits: 120
HIIM Certificate Programs
Note: All courses are not offered each semester.
Description of Certification
The Health Information Privacy and Security Certificate Program will assist the student
learn skills needed to apply the principles of privacy and security of data in the
health care industry.
Upon completion of the certificate program, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a choice to focus and advance by specializing in the privacy and security
dimensions of health care
- Denote competence in designing, implementing, and administering comprehensive privacy and security protection programs in all types of health care organizations
- Monitor an organization’s networks for security breaches and investigate a violation when one occurs
- Install and use software such as firewalls and data encryption programs to protect sensitive information
- Prepare reports that document security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by the breaches
- Research the latest IT security trends
- Help plan and carry out an organization’s way of handling security
- Develop security standards and best practices for the organization
- Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff
- Help computer users when they need to install or learn about new security products and procedures
Curriculum
Prior to beginning the curriculum, students must provide official proof that the following course has been satisfactorily completed:
- CGS 2060CE Computer Literacy
- MAN 2543 Intro to Business Systems
Students who successfully complete the courses listed below with a "C" or better are qualified to receive the Health Information Privacy and Security Certificate. Students interested in receiving the Certificate must submit an application upon completion of the required coursework.
- HIM 3016 Legal Aspects of Health Information Management (3 hours)
- HIM 4465 Healthcare Informatics (3 hours)
- HIM 4656 Health Information Systems (3 hours)
- HIM 4426 Health Information Privacy and Security
- CIS 4360 Introduction to Computer Security (3 hours)
Description of Certification
The Medical Coding Certificate Program will assist the student learn the basic skills
needed to become an entry-level coding professional. Coding professionals abstract
clinical data from health records and assign appropriate medical codes. These codes
are used for reimbursement, planning, and research.
Upon completion of the certificate program, the student will be able to:
- Accurately apply diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
- Interpret coding guidelines for accurate code assignment
- Identify the importance of documentation on code assignment and the subsequent impact
on reimbursement
- Practice AHIMA's Standards of Ethical Coding
Students who successfully complete the curriculum will receive a Medical Coding Certificate and may choose to sit for the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA).
Curriculum
Prior to beginning the curriculum, students must provide official proof that the following pre-requisite courses have been satisfactorily completed:
- HSC 3531 - Medical Terminology
- BSC 2093 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lab not required)
- BSC 2094 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lab not required)
Students who successfully complete the courses listed below with a "C" or better are qualified to receive the Medical Coding Certificate. Students interested in receiving the Certificate must submit an application upon completion of the required coursework.
- HIM 3437 Fundamentals of Medical Science I (3 hours)
OR NUR 3125 Pathophysiology and Nursing Care (3 hours)
OR PHA 3581 Pathophysiology I (4 hours) - HIM 3438 Fundamentals of Medical Science II (3 hours)
OR PHA 3583 Pathophysiology II (4 hours) - HIM 4226 Clinical Classifications and Terminologies I (3 hours)
- HIM 4286 Clinical Classifications and Terminologies II (3 hours)
Program Faculty
| Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
|
Lan’Tejuana S. Cooper, PhD, MHA, RHIA, CPM Division Director and Associate Professor |
lantejuana.cooper@famu.edu | 850-561-2025 |
|
Lauralyn Kavanaugh-Burke, DrPH, RHIA, CHES, CHTS-IM Associate Professor |
lauralyn.burke@famu.edu | 850-561-2016 |
|
Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator |
takiyah.mitchell@famu.edu | 850-412-7849 |
Other Information
Mission
The primary mission of the Division of HIIM is to improve health care delivery by preparing graduates to apply their knowledge and critical thinking skills in the management of health informatics and information systems in the electronic age. Our mission encompasses preparing graduates to promote and manage quality clinical documentation ensuring confidential and secure electronic exchange of health data and conducting data analytics to improve individual and population health, research, and education.
Furthermore, the mission of the Division of HIIM, in accordance with the mission of the School of Allied Health Sciences, is to provide an enlightened and enriched academic, intellectual, moral, cultural, ethical, technological, and student-centered environment for the purpose of educating individuals to become competent allied health professionals who are capable of:
- Critical thinking
- Comprehensive communication skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Analysis and involvement in research processes
- Improving the health status of under-represented and underserved populations
- Lifelong learning
This mission will be accomplished through the contributions of dedicated faculty and staff that are capable of meeting student needs through inspired and creative teaching, exemplary scholarship and meaningful public, community, and professional service at local, state, national, and global levels. As a result, students will be prepared to meet existing and emerging health care needs that will benefit the citizens of Florida, the nation, and the world.
Vision
The Division of HIIM, as an exemplary health professions entity within the School of Allied Health Sciences at Florida A&M University, is a provider of the highest quality academic experience in the dynamic profession of health informatics and information management at the undergraduate level.
The FAMU Student Health Informatics and Information Management Association (SHIIMA) is the official campus organization representing health informatics and information management majors. Any student who has been accepted as a major is eligible for membership. The purpose of the SHIIMA is to provide service to the school, university, and profession; to promote the profession to the campus community and general public; to promote involvement in scholastic and professional aspects of the field of health informatics and information management; and to provide the opportunity for fellowship among HIIM students. Meetings are held at regular intervals throughout the year. The HIIM faculty encourages students to attend these meetings and to participate in association activities.
Program Accreditation
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
The Health Information Management accreditor of Florida A&M University is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The University’s accreditation for Baccalaureate degree in Health Informatics and Information Management has been reaffirmed through 2029. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601, by phone at 312-235-3255, or by email at info@cahiim.org.
CAHIIM serves the public interest by establishing quality standards for the educational preparation of future health information management professionals. When a program is accredited by CAHIIM, it means that it has voluntarily undergone a rigorous review process and has been determined to meet or exceed the accreditation standards.
