OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3
Total credit hours 15 The Medical Assisting Certificate offers an introduction to the career of Medical Assisting. Students can expect to learn the history of medicine, the role of the Medical Assistant in the health care setting, and expected behaviors and com - munication in the medical environment. Upon certificate completion, the student is not eligible to sit for the American As- sociation of Medical Assistants Certification Examination. However, the student who meets the admission requirements may apply to the Associate in Applied Science - Medical Assisting Program. MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employ - ment in medical and other healthcare related offices. Course work would include medical terminology; information systems; of - fice management; medical coding; billing and insurance; legal and ethical is - sues; and formatting and word processing. Students will learn administrative and support functions and develop skills applicable in medical environments. Employment opportunities are available in medical and dental offices; hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other health- care related organizations. Curriculum Programs MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST – A25310A Hrs Work Class Lab Clin Exp Credits General Education Courses COM Elective 3 0 0 0 3
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- MEDICAL ASSISTING
- MEDICAL ASSISTING DIPLOMA
- MEDICAL ASSISTING CERTIFICATE
- MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST
- MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE - C25310CH
- MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING DEGREE A25310B
- MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING CERTIFICATE C25310BA
- MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL AUDITOR A25310C