| Medical Office Specialist /
Medical Billing Admissions Requirements: • Be at least 17 years of age (applicants permission from a parent or legal guardian in order to enroll) • Present proof of secondary education (high school diploma or GED certificate) Program Description: This course of instruction prepares students to work in medical offices where medical coding is required such as a doctor's office or medical clinic. Medical Office Specialists combine medical office skills with computer skills. Necessities for the field are strong ethical values and confidentiality standards. Strong human relations skills are important when dealing with the needs of the patients on a daily basis. Students will learn skills in coding procedures, coding classification and reimbursement (ICD-9-CM coding, HCPCS coding, CPT coding). The students will demonstrate an understanding of medical ethics and legal issues, and basic anatomy and physiology including medical terminology. Students will learn office skills that are essential for an office to function properly. Upon completion of the program, graduates will receive a certificate of completion from RGV Careers.  |
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