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The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative personnel in the areas of medical office, medical billing and coding, dental office, patient services, and medical documents. Course work includes medical terminology, computer applications, medical office management, medical coding, medical insurance and billing, medical legal and ethical issues, oral and written communication, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of medical office positions in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare related organizations. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

The Medical Office Administration - Basic Certificate program provides students with introductory knowledge of skills required to be successful in the medical administrative environment including essential terminology and necessary computer skills.

The Medical Office Administration - Healthcare Management Certificate is designed to be taken after completion of the Medical Office Administration - General Basic Certificate. Students continue learning key medical terminology, build document formatting skills, and learn legal and regulatory issues pertinent to the current healthcare industry.

The Medical Office Administration - Intermediate Certificate program provides students with introductory knowledge of skills required to be successful in the medical administrative environment including essential terminology, building document formatting skills, and necessary computer skills related to Medical Office Administration.

The Medical Office Administration - Medical Billing Certificate program provides students with basic skills needed to work in any outpatient medical billing operation. Coursework includes claims preparation, billing cycle management, and the legal and regulatory environment of healthcare. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for an industry recognized certification exam.

The Medical Office Administration - Medical Coding Certificate program provides students with in-depth study of CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 coding concepts. Emphasis is placed on proper application of procedure and diagnosis codes on claims to support accurate reimbursement payors. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for an industry recognized certification exam.

The Medical Office Administration diploma prepares individuals for a broad range of administrative positions in healthcare. Students receive training in computer applications, oral and written communication, medical terminology, and electronic health records. Graduates should qualify for a variety of entry level employment opportunities.