PSY 231 — PSY 231
Free Elective Recommended: Phlebotomy (PHL 101 (PHLB 101) 3 COURSEWORK BEYOND CERTIFICATE TOTAL A.A.S. DEGREE CREDITS MEDICAL OFFICE TECHNOLOGY Credential: Certificate [36 credit hours] Academic Requirements for Admission: High School Biology with Lab. Other Requirements: PC Compatible Laptop [Not Mac] Coding Reference Manuals [CPT, & ICD-10-PCS] Computer with camera and microphone Program Overview: This Certificate in Medical Office Technology is designed to prepare students for employment in physicians’ offices, clinics, hospitals, and other health care facilities. With the ever-changing medical climate, the demand for trained office professionals in health care is growing. This program will prepare students to be proficient in a number of vital skill areas including medical coding and billing, medical insurance, health record maintenance, scheduling, and software applications. All classes will be in the online synchronous format to allow for statewide participation. Program Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the Certificate in Medical Office Technology will • Demonstrate skill using software applications to compose documents using appropriate formatting, editing, and language skills; • Recognize and use medical terminology; • Assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and ICD-10-PCS; • Schedule appointments, record patient information, file insurance claims, manage accounts receivable, and process insurance claim forms adhering to legal restriction