Health Care Management Courses | 2022-2023 Academic Catalog | SIU

A course designed for the beginning respiratory therapy student. Concepts and theories, in both lecture and laboratory formats, are explored to provide a working knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment, the physical principles of equipment operation and pulmonary therapeutic techniques. Significance is given to indications and contra-indications for therapeutic modalities, appropriate equipment selection, airway management and rehabilitation. Prerequisite: CHEM 106 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only. Lab fee: $25.

Credit Hours: 3

Presents basic principles and essential skills necessary to perform patient-centered care safely, effectively, promptly, and equitably. Skills include medical asepsis, terminology, communication, patient assessment and positioning, medical ethics and behavioral problems unique to patients with respiratory illnesses. Includes an exploration of site of care, asymptotic/symptomatic conditions. And the formulation of differential diagnosis by use of diagnostic studies and/or history, physical. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 2

A detailed presentation of the physiology of respiration and circulation. Topics will include cardiopulmonary anatomy, ventilation, diffusion, blood flow, acid-based relationships, gas transportation, and basic cardiac function. Prerequisites: CHEM 106 and AH 241 with grades of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

Orientation to the clinical setting with special emphasis on basic procedures and the role of the respiratory therapy department as part of the healthcare system. Equivalent to sixteen (16) hours per week for 8 weeks. Concurrent enrollment required in HCM 223 and HCM 313. Prerequisites: HCM 203 and HCM 243 with grades of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 1

Credit awarded for management or supervisory experience in the health care industry. Credit cannot be applied to the Health Care Management core required courses. Application packet must be completed by the student by the end of the first semester in the HCM program and submitted to the HCM academic advisor who will forward to the appropriate individual(s) for review. Late applications will not be considered. Restricted to HCM majors.

Credit Hours: 1-10

Credit awarded for past occupational educational experiences directly related to the health care management. Cannot be applied to the Health Care Management core required courses. Application packet must be completed by the student by the end of the first semester in the HCM program and submitted to the HCM academic advisor who will forward to the appropriate individual(s) for review. Late applications will not be considered. Restricted to HCM majors.

Credit Hours: 1-10

Introduces mechanical functions of equipment used in continuous and intermittent ventilation of adult, pediatric and neonatal patients. Indications, contraindications, and hazards of continuous ventilation with significance given to ventilatory management and monitoring techniques. Through both laboratory and lecture formats, students will explore functional mechanical ventilation characteristics, assembly of patient circuits, ventilator monitoring and weaning techniques. Also included is the analysis of arterial blood gas parameters and assessment of the ventilator patient. One hour of laboratory instruction is required. Prerequisite: HCM 203 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to the nature, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, epidemiology, and prevention of pulmonary conditions, which involve changes in structure and function. Also includes the discussion of pulmonary complications with obstructive and restrictive disease components and their relationship with pulmonary function studies and blood gas analysis. Prerequisites: HCM 243 and HCM 313 each with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

Supervised clinical experience, which emphasizes fundamental respiratory therapy procedures and introduces the student to critical care procedures and management. Equivalent to 40 hours weekly for 8 weeks. Students will expand their professional exposure to the field of respiratory therapy exploring the patient experience, interprofessional collaboration and working relationships, and proper patient documentation. Prerequisites: HCM 203, HCM 243, HCM 253 and HCM 313 all with grades of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 1

Designed for the advanced respiratory care student or practitioners in preparation for the clinical simulation examination required for the NBRC advanced practitioner credential. Content will review format, matrix and examples of clinical simulations and typical case studies used on the examination. Two lecture/assessment hours per week (in 8-week summer semester). Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 2

Will expand on concepts and theories of respiratory therapy and the equipment used. Will further explore therapeutic modalities, including advanced modalities. Will introduce new equipment, appropriate equipment selection, airway management and resuscitation. Prerequisite: HCM 203 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

A course designed for users of healthcare services, students will explore the history of US healthcare reform and landmark healthcare legislation known as the Affordable Care Act. Focus is on the impact of healthcare organizations, employers, insurers, medical practice, the economy, and especially the consumer of healthcare services. Exploration of varying ACA plans, interpretation of EOBs, and a review of coding/billing mechanisms such as ICD, CPT, Co-pays, deductibles, assignment of benefits, capitation, co-insurance, coordinator of benefits, etc. will be explored aiding consumers of healthcare services in making informed healthcare decisions. Course uses microcomputer applications. Prerequisite: AH 105 with a grade of "C" or higher. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

This course is devoted to the study of drugs used in the respiratory therapist's clinical practice. Will learn their classifications, properties, and the effects on the human body including their relation to the organ systems they affect, the diseases they treat, drug dosages and calculations. Concurrent enrollment required in HCM 223 and HCM 253. Prerequisites: CHEM 106 and MATH 101 with grades of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

A course focusing on the U.S. health policy-making process within the context of the political marketplace. Emphasis is on the ways in which health policy affects the determinants of health. Through real-world cases in health policy, health care management students analyze the public policy environment and gain an understanding of how to exert influence and deal with the political environment. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

Students will further explore mechanical ventilation, advanced modes and waveforms. Emphasis on intensive care is including the monitoring of hemodynamics, chest tubes, and other ICU specific items. Two hours of laboratory instruction is required. Prerequisite: HCM 263 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

Course in managerial epidemiological principles related to decision making processes involving the delivery and management of healthcare services. Focus on issues involved with population and community including outreach and campaigning, evidence based practice, prevention, and comparative effectiveness. Review governance issues in healthcare organizations and explore the role of epidemiology as a foundational tool for making management related decisions in both clinical and non-clinical environments within the health care industry. Prerequisite: ENGL 101, AH 105, HCM 310 with a minimum grade of C. Restricted to School major/minor. $20 fee for lab license and/or annual updates.

Credit Hours: 3

Respiratory care of the neonate and pediatric patient is presented with emphasis on: physiology; cardiopulmonary disorders and diseases; assessment, evaluation and monitoring; and respiratory therapy modalities of treatment. Prerequisite: HCM 243 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 2

Integration of clinical practice and knowledge for the advanced student. Students receive clinical experience in neonatal and/or adult intensive care units with an emphasis in ventilatory management. Students should plan to attend a major medical institution off campus for 36 hours a week for 8 weeks in the summer. Required competency also includes managerial observation, participation, and an evaluation of professional development applicable to the respiratory therapy field. Pass or fail. No repeat if fail. Prerequisites: all required HCM courses with a grade of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 2

This course is a study of the major components which comprise the US healthcare system. Focus is given to basic terminology, history, settings, personnel, access to care, types of care, utilization of services, vulnerable populations and future challenges for the delivery of health care services. Students will closely review clinical aspects and terminologies as they relate to medical conditions, medical equipment, and medical procedures for the purposes of interacting successfully with health care administrators, physicians/providers of care, and patients. Prerequisites: HCM 310 and HCM 340 with a minimum grade of C. Restricted to School of Health Sciences majors/minors.

Credit Hours: 3

Overview of diagnostic testing and monitoring techniques which are used in the clinical evaluation of the cardiac and pulmonary system. Cardiopulmonary assessment is presented using pulmonary function testing, electrocardiography and non-invasive and invasive cardio-diagnostic tests and how they are used for patient diagnosis. Prerequisite: HCM 203 and HCM 243 with grades of C or better. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 3

Evaluation of relationships in healthcare organizations. Studies the motivational factors of patient care vs. profits and modifying behaviors to achieve balance. Environmental factors of the healthcare field are evaluated for their impact on employee-management relations of healthcare professionals and patient care providers. Promotes effective planning and organizing within the complex and highly regulated healthcare industry assuring alignment of organizational goals and mission/visions/values related to quality of patient life and organizational success. Restricted to School of Health Sciences major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

A course for students beginning a major in health care professions. Students examine and apply data to their professions with an emphasis placed upon the understanding of the basic principles, techniques and applications involved with analysis, synthesis and utilization of data. Focus will be placed on using data for empirical research. Prerequisite: UCC MATH 101 or higher. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

(University Core Curriculum) This course provides a multi-disciplinary analysis of the strategic application of information systems technology and the management of such in health care organizations and focuses on using leveraging information systems to analyze clinical data. Students will review reimbursement mechanisms used to track service utilization patterns which assist in the decision making processes within an overall organizational capacity and for the purposes of quality/performance improvement. Leadership aspects pertaining to evidence based management and governance will be explored as well as challenges facing the health care industry in terms of the management of information systems. Restricted to HCM major/minor. Approved UCC course in Social Sciences.

Credit Hours: 3

This course is a study of the major components and processes involved with medical coding as required for the reimbursement of health care services and for capturing data for information and informatics used in managerial decision making within the health care industry. Medical documentation, ICD-9/10-CM coding, CPT coding, HCPCS, the claims processes will be covered through hands-on course exercises and case studies. Prerequisites: AH 105, HCM 360, HCM 366 with grades of C or better.

Credit Hours: 3

Course provides a review of didactic material covered in prior respiratory therapy courses and the students' clinical internship with respiratory therapy therapeutic, diagnostic and monitoring procedures. Students will demonstrate knowledge and proficiencies to be a practicing respiratory therapist and prepare to challenge the respiratory therapy national board examination. Concurrent enrollment required in HCM 353. Restricted to Respiratory Therapy students only.

Credit Hours: 1

Explores predictive analytics in patient care environments and the impact on health care organizations. Overview EHR/EMR systems and how they support organizational functions related to patient care, registration and scheduling, clinical systems and health care professionals. Discusses current issues surrounding the use of big data, predictive analysis, and data conversion in clinical environments. Explores software platforms such as EPIC, Allscripts and Cerner, along with implementation/training for managerial/clinical decision making, business reporting/forecasting in healthcare environments. Prerequisite: HCM 366 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to School of Health Sciences major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

Examines the high demand healthcare environment which requires proactive approaches to regulatory compliance forced on both mitigating risk and appreciation for the accreditation/compliance processes as a form of safety and quality for consumers of healthcare services. A thorough analysis of the varying regulatory bodies associated with the field of healthcare are examined and how their requirements differ. Both organizational integrity and excellence will be explored by examining varying regulatory compliance site surveys, examining the Malcolm-Baldridge excellence framework, and understanding assessment methodologies used to support accreditation and compliance efforts. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

A course that analyzes the fundamentals of strategic planning and leadership in health care organizations. Emphasis is placed on governance, mission, vision, values, leadership styles, business plans, marketing principles and strategies, and SWOT analysis. Fundamental aspects of marketing will be introduced along with an exploration of the strategical planning processes involved with formulation, implementation, actions, execution, and control. Restricted to School of Health Sciences major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

An analysis of the economics and fiscal issues in healthcare organizations. Students will explore issues that impact access and delivery of healthcare and the impact on the population's health and the fiscal nature of healthcare organizations. Supply and demand for healthcare services from the perspective of consumers, producers, and insurers will be discussed. Financial analysis involving the unique financial structures of the healthcare industry will be explored and applied to reimbursement, working capital, financial statements, and accounting monetary control of the healthcare industry with a special focus on how private and governmental payers form the foundation of health care finance. Prerequisites: ACCT 210 or 220, ECON 240. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

Principles of law and the U.S. legal system are applied, in part, through case study and an exploration of current events, in the areas of health care management. Legal issues include malpractice, contracts, corporate liability, professional liability, patient rights, and the legal aspects of managed care. Restricted to SAH majors/minors.

Credit Hours: 3

Examines factors impacting healthcare organizations and how effective human resources policies and procedures can improve organizational efficiencies within the context of emerging health care models/legislation. The recruitment, hiring, orientation, reviewing, and retention of healthcare professionals in the midst of labor shortages will be addressed with an emphasis of linking outcomes to patient care. Legal and ethical implications associated with the healthcare workforce, including credentialing, CEUs, and unionization will be discussed. Cultural competency will be explored with an emphasis on diversity and inclusiveness for both the health care professionals and as part of the patient experience. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of C or better. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

(University Core Curriculum) Exploration of the ethical issues surrounding the delivery of health care services. Students will apply ethical principles and decision making processes to a series of cases involving ethical dilemmas unique to the health care environment. Students will carefully explore governance and regulatory issues associated with health care organizations and how their actions as future health care managers will impact the patients and employees they serve and will be microscopically examined by varying entities. Controversial topics such as abortion, religion, and right to die will be discussed as they relate to patient perspectives, values, beliefs and the health care managers' obligation to respect individuals without bias.

Credit Hours: 3

Examines the applications of operations management in the framework of health care organizations. Focus will be placed on supply chain and inventory management, forecasting, queuing models, and capacity planning. Determinants to achieve quality management in health care facilities will be explored. Utilizes analytical methods of systematic monitoring and evaluation and the application of quality improvement initiatives. Includes impact on quality of accreditations, credentialing, liability, and governmental regulations. Not for graduate credit. Restricted to SAH majors/minors.

Credit Hours: 3

A study of the principles of nursing home management and assisted living services which examines administrative and staffing functions relating to clients, community, public policy, programming, state and federal laws, and financing. Examines post-acute care issues related to seamless transitions along the continuum of patient care. Not for Graduate Credit. Restricted to SAH major/minor.

Credit Hours: 3

Examine the social constructs of aging. Study theological, cultural, and historical aspects associated with aging, death, and dying. Provides an exploration of social gerontology and the sustainability and equitability of long term care along with the cultural and historical differences in how death, grief, and dying are perceived and managed. Further focus is given toward the social aspects of aging and how society, peers, family members, and healthcare professionals can empathetically improve relations with the aging population. Not for graduate credit. Restricted to SHeS majors/minors or consent of department.

Credit Hours: 3

Prepares students for their health care management internship. Resumes, cover letters, internship site selection, and MOUs will be completed by end of this course. Professional development topics such as interview skills and networking will be covered. Not for graduate credit. Restricted to HCM majors. Special approval needed from the academic advisor.

Credit Hours: 1-3

As an intern in a University approved healthcare facility, students will engage in activities related to the healthcare management field. Each student will perform duties as assigned to complete a managerial/analytical project useful to the organization. Report logs and performance evaluation required. Hours and credit to be arranged individually with course instructor and site supervisor. 1 credit hour=75 contact hours. A minimum of 150 contact hours required. No waiver of internship is permitted except for students in clinical programs in the School of Health Sciences with prior approval from the HCM internship coordinator. No repeat of the course is allowed. Must have an internship site secured from HCM 421 prior to enrolling in HCM 422. End of program review and evaluation will be conducted. Prerequisite: completion of all HCM core courses with minimum grade of C. Restricted to HCM major with consent of Academic Advisor. Not for graduate credit.

Credit Hours: 2-9

An introductory course focusing on the Lean Six Sigma approach to improving quality in healthcare organizations. An exploration of error prevention, problem solving, problem detection, change management, and effective and efficient process improvement. Cases will be used to demonstrate how the approach can be applied specifically to the healthcare industry. Restricted to SHS majors or minors.

Credit Hours: 3

An introductory course designed to examine the different aspects of operating a physician's practice. Focus is placed on licensing and professional regulation; selection of HMOs, PPOs, and other managed care programs; medical records and regulatory compliance; community outreach required for building a medical practice, and practical development of templates for practice activities such as streamlined appointment scheduling and encounter forms. Not for graduate credit.

Credit Hours: 3

463-3 Environment of Care. A study of the elements important for a safe care environment, including the physical space, equipment, and people. Students will discuss how to examine and assess the care environment for environmental risks. Emphasis will be placed on the disinfection and sterilization process, employee/occupational health, and education of staff to ensure a safe care environment.

Credit Hours: 3

464-3 Surveillance and Infection Prevention Informatics. Explores the use of surveillance technology to identify healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) and other infection prevention data. Discusses how to develop a surveillance system based on risk assessment and systematic collection of data. Use of EHRs, clinical decision support systems, data warehouses, and predictive analysis related to infection prevention programs will be examined.

Credit Hours: 3

465-3 Infection Prevention & Control Operations. Examines the key elements of infection prevention and control programs within healthcare organizations. Students will study the basic principles of microbiology and the most common healthcare-acquired infections. Explores how infection prevention and control programs can control the spread of infectious pathogens within healthcare organizations. Emphasis will be placed on developing programs to identify infection risks and implement infection interventions.

Credit Hours: 3

Advanced course in medical coding and claims auditing. This course examines coding audits associated with regulatory bodies such as OIG, DOJ, CMS, RAC. Students will learn to extract specific clinical data and utilize it for quality improvement initiatives, data analytics, patient marketing, reporting mechanisms, claims and services audits, and managerial decision making in clinical and non-clinical environments. Emphasis is placed on calculating and reporting healthcare outcomes and the legalities/ethical challenges of accurate medical coding for EHR/EMRs, physician practices, hospitals, hospice, and other organizations that provide health care services. Prerequisite: HCM 368 with a grade of C or better. Not for graduate credit.

Credit Hours: 3

An advanced health care management course utilizing research methods to examine the social, economic, political, cultural, and healthcare workforce influences that impact health outcomes for rural communities. A program of reading, analysis, and presentation will be developed as correlates with ways in which rural communities are affected by health disparities. Funding opportunities and agencies will be identified and students will participate in grant-writing exercises specific to rural health topics including value-based reimbursement models and the identification of interventions, services, and care models specific to rural settings. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or higher with a grade of C or better. Restricted to the SHeS major/minor. Not for Graduate Credit.

Credit Hours: 4

Provides advanced health care management/informatics or administration students with the opportunity to develop a special program of studies to fit a particular need not met by other offerings. Each student will work under the supervision of a sponsoring program faculty member approved by the HCM Program Director. Restricted to School of Health Sciences majors. Requires special permission from HCM Program Director.

Credit Hours: 1-3