Administrative Medical Practices

This course will provide students with the knowledge necessary to maintain a smooth and efficient operation in a health care facility from records management to basic reimbursement methodology. Emphasis will be placed on accounting and bookkeeping practices, customer service, and other administrative job related activities regularly performed in the medical office. Students will also be introduced to the health insurance policies currently owned by the general public. HIPAA compliance, managed care plans and reimbursement methodologies will be discussed. Students will learn documentation using electronic health records software.

Prerequisite: MED103