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Click on the name of an online healthcare undergraduate course to view the detailed information; you can also find out about the college or university offering the category by clicking on "School's Profile". |
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Health Care Economics & Finance (0635-351) |
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Roosevelt University |
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Introduction to the efficiency, effectiveness and equity of the new economics of health care; a conceptual and practical knowledge of health care finance, including sources of funding, accounting and reporting; and the influence of third-party payers. No previous work in economics is assumed. |
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Health Care Financial Accounting (HCS 405) |
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University of Phoenix |
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This course provides an understanding of the general principles of accounting applied in the health care environment. It includes an overview of sources of revenue for various health care entities. The Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) system of service classification and its relation to payment for providers and organizations are also examined. The fundamentals of strategic planning, cost concepts, and capital budgeting are applied in the health care environment. Issues surrounding the development and management of budgets are examined. |
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Health Care Management (MS400) |
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Herzing College, Atlanta |
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This course covers the basic strategic, tactical, and operational planning techniques to smoothly bridge the student from the role of clinician to that of manager. The management concepts of planning, organizing, and controlling are explored as the clinician takes on new responsibilities as a manager. |
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Health Care Policy (HSM-410) |
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DeVry University Online |
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This course focuses on the impact of public policy on health care delivery in the United States. Political, social, economic and technological influences are explored, as are cultural values and beliefs regarding health that underlie our policy-making process. |
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Health Care Policy (0635-798) |
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Healthcare |
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Roosevelt University |
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EXPERIMENTAL COURSES ARE OFFERED UNDER THIS NUMBER; TITLES APPEAR IN EACH QUARTER'S COURSE LISTING. CREDIT 1-5 |
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Health Care Policy: The Past and the Future (HCS 455) |
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University of Phoenix |
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This course will introduce the student to the intricate processes that public policymakers use to influence the health status of a society. The role of economic theory, interest groups, and the various levels of government involved in policymaking will be examined. A historic review of trends will be evaluated, and the challenges of future health care delivery will be examined. |
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Health Care Quality Management and Outcomes Analysis (HCS 451) |
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University of Phoenix |
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This course examines the relationships between health care quality and organizational performance management. The student is introduced to the rationale for performance management and the role of the governing body of the health care organization in ensuring compliance with the standards of regulatory and accreditation organizations. Methods for assuring quality in process and outcome management are described, as well as the significance and statistical application of measuring outcomes. Various health care customers are identified. Changing trends in the provision and reimbursement of health care services are reviewed. |
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Health Insurance and Reimbursement () |
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Roosevelt University |
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An in-depth look at characteristics of successful managed care plans. The course will familiarize the student with all essential elements of managed care, using the tools needed to model and compare various managed care structures. |
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Health Rights and Responsibilities (HSM-320) |
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DeVry University Online |
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This course examines legal and ethical issues of health care services. Topics include legal relationships among providers, payers and patients, and issues of professional liability. Ethical aspects of rights and duties are explored in a health care context. |
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Health Services Finance (HSM-340) |
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DeVry University Online |
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This course focuses on the complexities of health care financing in the United States. Topics include multiple payment sources and reimbursement systems; problems and issues in financial planning; and trends in health care costs and expenditures. |
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Health Services Information Systems (HSM-330) |
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DeVry University Online |
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This course focuses on applying technology to developing and maintaining health services information systems. Students become familiar with hardware and software options for managing patient records, insurance and billing data. Related policy issues of confidentiality and information security are addressed. |
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Health Services Organization (GM270) |
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American Community College |
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This course examines Health Service Administration, primarily The Structuring Policies of Federal, State, and Local Organizations. GM270 reveals the framework of the United States Healthcare System; the organization and administration of health services; the roles of international, federal, state, and local health organizations; and the barriers to health services delivery. |
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Health Services Organization (GM270) |
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American Public University |
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This course examines Health Service Administration, primarily The Structuring Policies of Federal, State, and Local Organizations. GM270 reveals the framework of the United States Healthcare System; the organization and administration of health services; the roles of international, federal, state, and local health organizations; and the barriers to health services delivery. |
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Health Services Organization and Management (GM431) |
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American Public University |
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This course will not only include, but also go beyond, those functions assumed under the broad definition of the department or division of human resources. The course content will apply to all levels of management, and include the proper recognition of knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fill a position; the ongoing training of the employees, communication skills needed by the manager; identifying the times and circumstances when an employee needs to be moved "up or out;" and other necessary management techniques utilized to obtain maximum loyalty and efficiency of each and every member of the health care team. |
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Health Services Resident Care (GM271) |
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American Community College |
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This course will provide the student with the background and tools necessary to understand the requirements for operating long-term care facilities, most notable hospitals, hospices, psychiatric hospitals and rest homes. Special attention will be given to the unique needs of the patient population, insurance coverage and the continued funding needed to operate such facilities. |
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Health Services Resident Care (GM271) |
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American Public University |
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This course will provide the student with the background and tools necessary to understand the requirements for operating long-term care facilities, most notable hospitals, hospices, psychiatric hospitals and rest homes. Special attention will be given to the unique needs of the patient population, insurance coverage and the continued funding needed to operate such facilities. |
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Health Systems Admin Indep Study (0635-890) |
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Roosevelt University |
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Provides for independent study or research activity in subject areas not included in any existing course in the degree program, but having special value to students. Proposals approved by a supervising fac- ulty member and the program chair are required prior to registration. This course may be taken more than once. Variable credit 4-8. |
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Health Systems Admin Intern (0635-777) |
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Roosevelt University |
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Health Systems Admin Intern |
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Health Systems Administration (0635-320) |
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Roosevelt University |
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A survey of administration in health care facilities focusing on the application of general management principles in the unique health care environment. Issues such as organizational structures, planning and performance monitoring, personnel management, finance and the respective roles of medical professional and administrator in managing the facility are discussed. |
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Health Systems Administration (0635-810) |
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Roosevelt University |
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The development, structure and current forces transforming the healthcare system will be considered. Topics include the status of the national and regional populations; manpower issues; hospital services; ambulatory care and alternative delivery systems; mental health; and long-term care. Administration in health care facilities including roles, functions and responsibilities; organizational design and structures; problem solving; motivation; communication; leadership; change; human resources; and health care practices focusing on patient care and education. |
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