Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (BSHIM) Completion Program
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UIC’s 100% online Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (HIM) completion program was designed to prepare graduates to take the prestigious Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam. This dynamic degree program provides skilled instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision making. As you work your way through the curriculum presented online, you will also explore essential topics, such as coding, systems analysis, data quality management and health information research.
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UIC’s BSHIM program helped my career by preparing me for all the new and upcoming changes in the healthcare industry.
Tuition Heading link
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$500 per Credit Hour
Fixed Tuition Costs with Pay-As-You-Go plans.
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Only 63 Credit Hours
To Earn Your Degree
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$31,500*
Total Cost
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*Library and Technology Fees are an additional $19 per credit hour. Note: The Online BSHIM is a Full Cost Recovery Program and is not eligible for tuition waivers by University of Illinois employees.
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| Academic Term | Application Deadline | Classes Begin |
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| Fall 2023 | 7/1/23 | 8/21/23 |
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Admission Requirements Heading link
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Undergraduate Education
Successful completion of the 60 semester or 90 quarter total transferable undergraduate credit hours. For complete list of course work prerequisites, expand “View All BSHIM Admission Requirements” below.
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Official Transcripts
Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended.
International students refer to: International Requirements.
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2.5 GPA
Grade Point Average (GPA) minimum 2.5/4.0 cumulative from previous undergraduate credit hours.
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General Admission Requirements
- Successful completion of the following undergraduate courses (60 semester or 90 quarter total transferable credit hours):
- Prerequisite health information management courses or equivalent(4 courses, 15-17 credit hours)
- KN 252 – Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- KN 254 – Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- PSCH 242 – Introduction to Research Psychology, or STAT 101 Introduction to Statistics
- IDS 200 – Introduction to Management Information Systems
- UIC’s General Education requirements (10 courses, 35-37 credit hours, plus 3 or more electives to total 60 credit hours) or completion of the Illinois Articulation Initiative General Education Core Curriculum.
- Grade Point Average (GPA) minimum 2.5/4.0 cumulative from previous undergraduate credit hours.
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended.
- International students refer to: International Requirements.
- A $60 nonrefundable application fee is required. Students with international transcripts will need to pay an additional $100 evaluation fee.
English Proficiency Requirements for International Students
TOEFL iBT
Total Score: 95
Listening: 22
Writing: 24
Reading: 24
Speaking: 24IELTS
Overall Score 7
Listening: 6.5
Writing: 6.5
Reading: 6.5
Speaking: 6.5PTE Academic
Overall Score: 54
Listening:51
Writing: 56
Reading: 51
Speaking: 53TOEFL PBT
Total Score: 585 or higher
English Proficiency Waivers
English Proficiency Waiver Letter Instructions
The request for English Proficiency test scores automatically populates in the checklist for International applicants. If the international applicant intends to submit a waiver letter please select that option on the application. For a domestic or permanent resident applicant that is required to fulfill the English proficiency requirement, the request for test scores does not populate. Admissions audits the application, and then adds the option of the test score requirement or a waiver letter.
- Successful completion of the following undergraduate courses (60 semester or 90 quarter total transferable credit hours):
Prerequisite Courses Needed Prior to Applying for BSHIM Degree Heading link
One of the following two paths of specific coursework will need to be completed prior to entering the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management, as well as the Illinois Articulation Initiative General Education Core Curriculum (60 total hours of general education credits).
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Choose from 1 of 2 options in prerequisite coursework. Some of these may be waived or completed at another college/university.
Option 1
Course # Course Title Credit Hours Course Description IDS 200 Introduction to Management Information Systems 4 hours Introduction to concepts and application of information technology for solving business problems and supporting organizational functions. Includes hands-on instruction on use of computer-based productivity tools. KN 253 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 hours The structure and function of mammalian cells and tissues and human skeletal, muscular and nervous systems are discussed. Integrating the functions of the various systems is emphasized. Credit is not given for KN 253 if the student has credit for KN 251. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or consent of the instructor. KN 254 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 hours The structure and function of the human endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, sensory and reproductive systems. Emphasis on integrating the functions of the various systems. Credit is not given for KN 254 if the student has credit for KN 252. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): KN 253; or KN 251. PSCH 242 Introduction to Research in Psychology 3 hours Techniques and problems associated with the study of behavior. Emphasis on measurement, descriptive statistics and the principles of experimental design. Exercises involving data collection. Participation in research. Option 2
Course # Course Title Credit Hours Course Description IDS 200 Introduction to Management Information Systems 4 hours Introduction to concepts and application of information technology for solving business problems and supporting organizational functions. Includes hands-on instruction on use of computer-based productivity tools. KN 253 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 hours The structure and function of mammalian cells and tissues and human skeletal, muscular and nervous systems are discussed. Integrating the functions of the various systems is emphasized. Credit is not given for KN 253 if the student has credit for KN 251. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 or consent of the instructor. KN 254 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 hours The structure and function of the human endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, sensory and reproductive systems. Emphasis on integrating the functions of the various systems. Credit is not given for KN 254 if the student has credit for KN 252. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): KN 253; or KN 251. STAT 101 Introduction to Statistics 4 hours Applications of statistics in the real world, displaying and describing data, normal curve, regression, probability, statistical inference, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests.
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The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management course work offers an exciting introduction into the rapidly developing world of healthcare IT and provides expert instruction in the management and use of information and information systems for healthcare planning and provision, resource allocation, and executive decision making.
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63 Total Credit Hours Needed for Degree.
Required Coursework for BSHIM
Course # Course Title Credit Hours Course Description BHIS 405 Medical Sciences and Human Pathophysiology 3 Introduction of fundamental concepts in pathophysiology. Specific disorders of major organ systems including etiology, manifestations, diagnostic tests, treatment modalities, pharmacotherapy and complications. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in KN 251 and Grade of C or better in KN 252; or Grade of C or better in KN 253 and Grade of C or better in KN 254; or consent of the instructor. BHIS 406 Medical Terminology for Health Information Management 2 An Introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology, necessary to understanding the use of clinical vocabularies and classification systems in health information systems. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Restricted to students in the Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences or consent of the Instructor. BHIS 410 Health Data Structures and Management 3 Data structures in clinical information systems, including database design and management, networking and security. Emphasis on "intrapreneurial" skills required to solve organizational information management problems. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BHIS 460 and BHIS 461 and BHIS 480. BHIS 460 Introduction to Health Informatics 1 Introduction to information technology and systems in a healthcare setting. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in HIM 410 or equivalent experience. Students should demonstrate basic computing skills including knowledge of an office productivity suite (MS Office or other), electronic mail, and Internet browsers. Recommended background: IDS 200 or the equivalent. BHIS 461 Information Systems for Health Information Management 2 Advanced topics in information technology and systems in a health care setting; collection, analysis and management of health care data; special issues related to the role of health information administrators. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): IDS 200 and credit or concurrent registration in BHIS 460. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion. BHIS 480 Management and Business Practices 3 Principles of management with emphasis on business functions, procedures, and organizational structure as applied to various health care settings including private and institutional practice. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Advanced undergraduate or graduate standing in the Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Lecture. HIM 317 Principles of Health Information Management 4 Introduction to the data elements that comprise the patient's health record. Includes data collection, processing and records management. Lab practice and Field work required. Course Information: Extensive computer use required. Field work required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught Online. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion. HIM 319 Alternative Health Records 4 Health information systems in non-hospital care settings in the US, including organization and management, resources development, economic support and reimbursement, registries, and delivery of services. Course Information: Meets eight weeks of the semester. Prerequisite(s): HIM 317 and HIM 410; or consent of the instructor. HIM 320 Technical Affiliation 2 Orientation to health information management practice via assignments in affiliated institution's medical record departments. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): HIM 317. HIM 329 Legal Aspects of Health Information Management 3 Principles of law, confidentiality, and ethics, and their application in the health care field with particular reference to health records. HIM 337 Analysis of Health Care Data 4 Health care and research statistics including data display. Collection, evaluation and interpretation of health care data will be covered. Includes a laboratory section. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion. HIM 343 Quality Evaluation and Management 3 Examination of processes, internal and external to an organization, used to measure, evaluate and improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of health care. Directed Practice. Course Information: Meets eight weeks of the semester. Prerequisite(s): HIM 317 and HIM 329 or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Practice. HIM 361 Human Resources Management 3 Emphasis on management of health information management staff, including hiring, discipline, union relations, inservice education, productivity measurement. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): BHIS 480; and consent of the instructor. HIM 367 Systems Analysis 3 Fundamentals and tools of systems analysis. Students participate in a systems analysis project for directed practice experience. Focus on healthcare computer applications and facilities design and layout. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Completion of 44 semester hours of health information management coursework. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Practice. HIM 374 Health Information Research 4 Student research project applies research principles and methodology to health data. Use of statistical software for data analysis is required. Students develop an in-service education training program related to their research as a course project. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): HIM 337; or HIM 452. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Laboratory and one Lecture-Discussion. HIM 377 Current Issues in Health Information Management 2 Discussion of current issues relevant to the health information management profession. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Completion of 44 semester hours of health information management coursework or consent of the instructor. HIM 384 Clinical Practicum 5 Supervised management activities in an affiliated health care facility allowing the student to develop insight, understanding, and skill in medical record/health information practices, procedures, and administration. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): Completion of 44 semester hours of health information management coursework or consent of the instructor. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Practice. HIM 410 Introduction to the Health Care System 3 Overview of the U.S. Health Services System, including its organization and management, economic support system, health care workforce, and delivery system. Course Information: Previously listed as HIM 310. Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught partially or fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. HIM 432 Coding and Classification Systems 3 Introduction to nomenclatures and classification systems with an emphasis on the ICD-9-CM coding system. Other selected systems also discussed. Course Information: Previously listed as HIM 332. Extensive computer used required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught partially or fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): BHIS 405 and HIM 451. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Laboratory. HIM 433 Coding and Reimbursement Systems 4 ICD-9-CM coding for reimbursement, CPT-4/HCPCS coding, data quality management and management reporting. Course Information: Previously listed as HIM 333. Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught partially or fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): BHIS 405 and HIM 432. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture-Discussion and one Laboratory. HIM 481 Healthcare Financial Management 2 An introduction to the principles of healthcare finance, sources of healthcare revenue, expenses, and budgeting. Course Information: Previously listed as HIM 381. Extensive computer use required. Meets eight weeks of the semester. Taught partially or fully online. Students must have an active UIC NetID with valid password and access to a computer and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): BHIS 480 or HIM 453 or equivalent experience.
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The Health Information Management accreditor of the University of Illinois Chicago is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for the Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management has been reaffirmed through 2027. 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.
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*Library and Technology Fees are an additional $19 per credit hour. Note: The Online BSHIM is a Full Cost Recovery Program and is not eligible for tuition waivers by University of Illinois employees.