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3.00 Credits
This course exposes the student to the language of healthcare known as medical terminology. The student will develop an understanding of medical terminology by studying the pronunciation and definition of word parts as well as the proper format in bringing word parts together to form medical terms. Development of this foundation is designed to provide a medical vocabulary for future healthcare staff. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. 3C/3/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course covers formatting and transcription of a variety of medical documents. Emphasis will be on authentic forms and material; formatting; spelling; building speed and accuracy; and proofreading and correcting errors. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1480 or concurrent enrollment) 3C/2/1/0
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of MEDS 1551. A variety of dictated medical material will be produced using electronic equipment. Emphasis will be on authentic forms and material, building speed and accuracy, advanced editing, proofreading and correcting errors. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1551) 3C/2/1/0
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3.00 Credits
Advanced course that continues the development of medical transcription skills using word processing equipment to produce a variety of usable medical documents. Emphasis will be on authentic material, building speed and accuracy, advanced editing, proofreading and correcting errors. Material will be from physicians from various ethnic backgrounds and will cover various medical specialty areas. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1552) 3C/2/1/0
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the concepts of computer technology associated with healthcare and the tools and techniques for collecting, storing and retrieving health care data. This course will explain the difference between data and information as well as discuss networks, data integrity and security, document imaging and automatic identification. Health information systems including administrative, patient registration, ADT, HIM applications, clinical, point of care, lab, radiology, pharmacy and voice recognition, will also be discussed. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420) 3C/3/0/0
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2.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to commercial, managed care and federal insurance plans, including medical claim form preparation and processing, as well as the reimbursement systems and prospective payment systems (PPS) used in the healthcare industry. Billing processes and procedures will be discussed and practiced including clean claims and denials and adherence to the National Correct Coding Initiatives. Chargemaster maintenance, regulatory guidelines, and reimbursement monitoring and reporting will be covered, in addition to compliance strategies. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420) 2C/2/0/0
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3.00 Credits
This course provides basic information about major disease conditions affecting all the major body systems. Information about diagnostic, treatment, and surgical procedures is also included. Students will do in-depth research on selected disease conditions using Merck Manual and the Internet. They will review and analyze medical reports reflecting the disease conditions that are presented in class. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1480 or MEDS 1470 or instructor permission) 3C/3/0/0
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2.00 Credits
This course offers basic information about drug terminology, drug names (generic and brand), drug classes, and the use of drugs. Drugs frequently prescribed for common disease conditions will be reviewed by body system. Students will use electronic resources and text-based references such as the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR) to look up detailed information about selected drugs that are being reviewed in class. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1480) 2C/2/0/0
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2.00 Credits
This course focuses on managing health information in health care facilities other than acute care hospitals. An introduction to the basic components of the content, use and structure of health care data and data sets and how these components link to primary and secondary record systems. Topics to be discussed include the content of the health record, documentation requirements, health care data sets, registries and indices, forms and screen design and primary versus secondary records. An explanation of the organization, financing and delivery of healthcare services will be discussed, as well as a discussion of such topics as accreditation standards, and licensure and regulatory agencies. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420) 2C/2/0/0
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the legal and ethical issues that are relevant to health information. The court system and legislative process, as well as legal vocabulary will be communicated. Topics to be discussed include confidentiality, release of information, retention guidelines, patient rights and advocacy, advanced directives, and ethics. The new HIPAA guidelines will also be reviewed. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in this course to proceed. (Prerequisite(s): MEDS 1420) 2C/2/0/0
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