BIOL 150 - Medical Terminology

Institution:

Black Hawk College

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Description:

This course presents the principles of medical word construction through identification of root words, prefixes, suffices, combining forms, and methods of building medical terms. Emphasis is placed on correct medical word spelling, pronunciation, and definition, while introducing terminology specific to various body systems. The course is intended to prepare students to classify medical information for use in medical coding, billing, and reporting. 3 lecture hours; 0 lab hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bhc.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 796-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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