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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course provides instruction in basic laboratory techniques used by the medical assistant. Topics include laboratory safety, quality control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selective diagnostic tests, such as a CBC, screening and follow-up of test results and OSHA/CLIA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic laboratory tests/skills based on course topics.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course provides basic information related to the legal relationship of patient and physician. Topics to be covered include creation and termination of contracts, implied and informed consent, professional liability, invasion of privacy, malpractice, tort, liability, breach of contract, and the Medical Practice Act. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize ethical and legal implications of these topics as they relate to the medical assistant.
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2.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course is designed to instruct students in handling emergencies in the medical office. Emergencies presented will include cardiovascular emergencies, diabetic emergencies, seizures, syncope, hyperthermia and hypothermia, shock, musculoskeletal emergencies, and poisoning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize emergency situations and take appropriate actions.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course includes instruction in vital signs and special examination procedures. Emphasis is placed on interviewing skills, appropriate triage and preparing patients for diagnostic procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist with special procedures.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course instructs the student in the fundamental theory and laboratory application for the medical office. Microbiology,urinalysis, serology, blood chemistry, and venipuncture theory as well as venipuncture collection procedures are discussed and performed. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic laboratory tests/skills on course topics.
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4.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course teaches the commonly administered drugs used in the medical field including their classifications, actions, indications, contraindications, and side effects on the body. Correct demonstration including the following topics: sampling, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, graphic representation, reliability, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, analysis, regression, estimation, and applications. Probability, permutations, combinations, binomial theorem, random variables, and distributions may be included.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: MAT 101, MAT 120, MAT 121, college level computer course, and/or as required by program. In this course emphasis is placed on insurance procedures with advanced diagnostic and procedural coding in the outpatient facility. Study will include correct completion of insurance forms, ICD-9, and CPT coding, Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in coding for reimbursements.
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1.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: As required by program. This course includes a general review of administrative and clinical functions performed in a medical office. Topics will include those listed in the CMA exam content outline. He course will assist the student or graduate in preparing for the American Association of Medical Assistants National Certification Examination.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: MAT 111, MAT 125, MAT 200, MAT 211, MAT 215, MAT 216, MAT 222, plus 30 additional credit hours in MAT program and/or as required by program. This course is designed to provide the opportunity to apply clinical, laboratory, and administrative skills in a physician's office, clinic or outpatient facility. The student will gain experience in applying knowledge learned in the classroom in enhancing competence, in strengthening professional communications and interactions. Upon completion, students should be able to perform as an entry-level Medical Assistant.
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3.00 Credits
PREREQUISITE: MAT 101, MAT 102, MAT 215, acceptable computer course and/or as required by program. This course is designed to provide the opportunity to apply phlebotomy techniques in the physician's clinic and hospital setting. Emphasis is placed on training individuals to properly collect and handle specimens for laboratory testing and to interact with health care personnel, patients, and the general public. Upon completion, students should be prepared for entry-level phlebotomy and to sit for the Phlebotomy Technician Examination (ASCP).
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