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3.00 Credits
This course is a laboratory introduction to microscopic and chemical analysis of blood and urine as performed in the physician's office. Basic procedures for diagnostic tests, including the handling and preservation of specimens, urinalysis, and capillary and venous blood withdrawal are performed.
Prerequisite:
BIOL115 Basic Human Anatomy (C or better) and MEDA120 Medical Terminology (C or better)
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4.00 Credits
This course provides skill development in the performance of blood collection using proper techniques and standard precautions. Topics include phlebotomy equipment and procedures for collecting venipuncture and capillary specimens. Emphasis is on patient identification, safety, preanalytic variables, infection control and specimen handling.
Prerequisite:
MEDA120 and BIOL115
Corequisite:
MEDA120 and BIOL115
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the concepts of medical law and ethics for health care practitioners. Topics including criminal and civil acts, contracts, negligence, and ethical concepts as they relate to the medical profession. Managed care, HIPAA, and other health care legislative rulings are discussed.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the role and function of the medical professional. Topics including patient education, compliance with HIPAA, and relationships with health care providers are covered. Students are introduced to the latest in financial procedures, financial management concepts, and communication technology and skills essential in preparing them for today's job market.
Prerequisite:
MEDA140 or
Corequisite:
MEDA140
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3.00 Credits
This course covers advanced medical administrative procedures using billing software. Topics including maintaining files, entering patient data, inputting insurance, posting transactions, generating reports, and scheduling appointments are covered.
Prerequisite:
MEDA140 or
Corequisite:
MEDA140
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4.00 Credits
The course prepares students to work in a medical office assisting physicians and office personnel by performing assigned duties in both administrative and clinical procedures. The work experience is supported by knowledge and skills gained in pre-requisite courses, site liaison feedback, and externship instructor site visits.
Prerequisite:
Completion of all courses in the medical assisting program with a grade of C or better and permission of the Department of Health Sciences.
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4.00 Credits
The course prepares students to work in a medical office assisting physicians and office personnel by performing assigned administrative duties. The work experience is supported by knowledge and skills gained in pre-requisite courses, site liaison feedback, and externship instructor site visits.
Prerequisite:
Completion of all courses in the Medical Administrative Specialist Program with a grade of C or better and permission of the Department of Health Sciences.
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3.00 Credits
Students participate in an on-the-job experience in an affiliated healthcare facility perfecting venipuncture skills and perform a minimum of 100 successful venipunctures under supervision. Students are evaluated for technical proficiency and professionalism by the supervisor using criteria established by the coordinator in conjunction with the healthcare facility standards of performance.
Prerequisite:
BIOL115 (C or better) and MEDA120 (C or better) and MEDA204 (C or better) and MEDA205 Phlebotomy (C or better) must be completed prior to taking this course. Permission of the Department of Health Sciences is required.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the social, legal, ethical, economic and political interactions of business and society in the United States and internationally. Business and non-business majors learn about the relationship and impact of business to society in which they are citizens, consumers, and producers.
Prerequisite:
Admission to the Honors at Bucks program
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