Medical Billing & Coding Course Descriptions
Classes begin March 23rd
Medical Billing & Coding Program – Schedule Of Courses
Medical Billing and Coding is concerned with health-related information and the systems used to collect, process, store, retrieve and communicate information for the support of operations, management and decision – making within an enterprise. The specialist is qualified to work in a variety of health care settings, governmental agencies and managed care organizations. As computerization of information increases, specialists are vital to medical coding, computerized billing and patient care data analysis.
Medical Billing & Coding Course Descriptions
The objective of Arizona College’s Medical Billing and Coding course is to provide a sound educational environment for instruction and training to equip its graduates for entry-level positions as medical billing and coding specialists. This is accomplished through approximately one half of the program consisting of lecture/demonstration and one half hands-on laboratory procedures.
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 101
Information Technology & Delivery Systems
2.5 Credits
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This course presents the importance of quality in the delivery of health care, describing the various methods of evaluating and improving the quality of care rendered in today’s health care systems. The core focus is the crucial role of HIS in the quality assessment process. This course will also introduce students to the history of the American health care system, government regulations in health care, methods of reimbursement, legal issues and professional ethics. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 102
Medical Records & Health Care Reimbursement
2.5 Credits
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This course will introduce students to how reimbursement is accomplished in the health care industry, who is involved in the reimbursement process, the methodologies that are used to calculate reimbursement and how health information technology professionals are involved in the process. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 105
Medical Coding – CPT/HCPCS
3.0 Credits
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This course provides the student with the basic fundamentals of reporting medical services and procedures with standard, recognized guidelines. Using this coding system provides a uniform language that will thereby provide an effective means for reliable nationwide communication among physicians and third parties. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 107
Medical Diagnostic Coding
3.0 Credits
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This course provides students with essential tools to transform verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries and conditions into alpha-numerical designations by utilizing standard, recognized guidelines. Using this coding system provides a uniform language that will thereby provide an effective means for reliable nationwide communication among physicians and third parties. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 114
Health Insurance Management
2.5 Credits
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This is a course designed to introduce the fundamentals of a health insurance specialist’s role in the medical profession. Laws and regulations will be explored as well as becoming familiarized with insurance terminology and the basics of coding for reimbursement to third-party payers. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: MBC 115
Health Insurance Claims
2.5 Credits
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This course is a practical application course in which various insurance plans such as group insurance, third-party plans, Medicare and Workers Compensation are explored. Students will be involved in the coding and completion of the standardized CMS-1500 claim form. Prerequisite: None
Medical Billing & Coding: HIT 207
Health Law Concepts & Compliance
3.0 Credits
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This course is directed toward assisting students as they enter the health information field with help in understanding the legal principles that govern this particular area of health care. There will be a strong emphasis placed on compliance issues concerning HIPAA, OSHA, fraud and abuse violations. Prerequisite: None
Medical Administrative Procedures & Computer Course Descriptions
The academic portion of the Medical Billing and Coding Program consists of three (3) terms of ten (10) weeks each. Each term is divided into two (2) five-week sessions. The entire program is approximately 30 weeks.
Medical Administrative Procedures: MAP 118
Electronic Medical Records
2.5 Credits
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This course will introduce students to electronic medical records utilizing the software program. Students will complete patient case studies which cover administrative and clinical tasks. The case studies require students to enter various types of data, including patient demographics, medical history, clinical findings and insurance billing information. Prerequisite: None
Medical Administrative Procedures: MAP 208
Computerized Office Software
2.5 Credits
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This course focuses on the use of patient accounting software applications which are commonly used with electronic processes performed in the medical office. The student will perform the necessary steps of entering demographics, insurance information, posting charges and payments, as well as reporting and filing claims electronically. Prerequisite: None
Computer Courses: COM 108
Microcomputer Concepts & Keyboarding
2.5 Credits
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This course provides a microcomputer orientation with an overview of computer information systems. It introduces computer hardware, software and information systems. Students will learn Windows as well as Microsoft Office, Word and Excel. Finally, this course also helps students build basic typing skills as well as develop speed and accuracy while typing. Prerequisite: None
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies and Externship Course Descriptions
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies: ADM 101
Career Development
2.5 Credits
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This course guides students through the employment process by learning to complete applications, prepare cover letters and write effective resumes and follow-up letters. Other topics include interview skills, networking, continuing education, resigning a position, career advancement and a general orientation to the ever-changing dynamics of the health care delivery system. Prerequisite: None
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies: ADM 107
Medical Administrative Practices
2.5 Credits
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This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of administrative medical assisting including professional telephone techniques, patient appointment scheduling, written communication, electronic applications and quality customer service. Students will explore an overview of medical law and ethics of the health care profession. Prerequisite: None
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies: BIO 126
The Body as a Whole
3.0 Credits
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Coordination and regulation of the body systems are discussed in this course. Students learn how the nervous system and the endocrine system work together to control the functions of the body. Cellular reproduction, body systems and directional terms are addressed. Prerequisite: None
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies: BIO 127
The Body’s Circulation & Defense
3.0 Credits
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In this course, students will examine the structure, function and conduction of the heart and the pathway of circulation. Students will also explore the physiology of respiration, which includes the structures and disorders of the respiratory system and treatment options. Included in the course are blood composition, typing and disorders. The course also examines the lymphatic system to include the organs and their functions and discusses immunity. Prerequisite: None
Health Care Fundamentals & Professional Studies: MTP 118
Medical Terminology
3.0 Credits
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This course focuses on construction, pronunciation and application of medical words including prefixes, suffixes and word roots. A basic level of organization within the human body is presented. An overview of the major body systems is provided and terms related to the systems are learned. Abbreviations and pharmacology concepts and introductory legalities related to documentation in the health care industry are included. Prerequisite: None
Externship: EXT 200
Externship
6.5 Credits
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A 200-hour, full-time externship in an approved facility under the supervision of a qualified professional. p Prerequisite: Successful completion of all classroom courses in the program.