OT 205 - medical Office Procedures

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

3 units 3 hours weekly Advisory: Completion of OT 101 (30 wpm), and Eligibility for ENGL 099 and READ 099, and BUS 105 or MATH 050. Designed to provide a thorough understanding and offer practical application of the skills needed as a medical administrative assistant. Topics include professional conduct, receptionist duties, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, organizing and maintaining records, composing medical business correspondence, office maintenance and management, financial responsibilities including the billing process and collections, computer and information processing in the medical office, and preparation for a position as a medical administrative assistant. Continuation of basic knowledge of medical terminology is included. Issues of confidentiality, medical law, and medical ethics will be emphasized. Students will use medical office management software to simulate the administrative office environment. (CSU, AVC)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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