MDT 201 - Medical Office Procedures

Institution:

Washington County Community College

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Description:

The student will be introduced to the role of a medical office professional through extensive textbook study, lectures, industry speakers, and local field trips. Topics include administrative tasks, various work environments, medical ethics, medical law, and basic medical office practice. Through a medical office practice set, students will experience a realistic medical setting dealing with History and Physical Reports, Operative Reports, Consultation Reports and Pathology Reports. Students will transcribe a series of patient reports. Principles of asepsis, disease transmission, and OSHA standards will be introduced. Students will be responsible for administering vital signs, blood pressure, height, weight, and pulse. Emphasis will be placed on developing positive interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. HIPAA standards and questions related to patient care, consent, and authorization will be discussed thoroughly. Prerequisites: CPT112 or 30 words per minute for a 5-minute timed writing and CPT140. 132 Washington County Community College

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wccc.me.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 454-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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