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For more complete information
please refer to the
MSU-GF 2007-2008 Catalog

Tuition and Fees $4473
Application Fee $30
Lab Fees $35
Books and Supplies $1700
   

MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST
Certificate of Applied Science
Catalog 2007-2008

Advisor: Deborah Newton

This program is offered completely on-line.

 

The Medical Billing Specialist works in a variety of settings including medical management organizations, physician offices, hospitals, clinics, group practices, billing companies and education. Students in this Certificate program are trained as entry-level billing specialists. The Medical Billing Specialist Program prepares students with the knowledge and technical skills necessary to perform the duties of a medical billing specialist in a variety of health care settings.

Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to:

  • Communicate effectively in both oral and written communication.

  • Use the appropriate soft ware and hardware for applications in the business office.

  • Manage the information needed for successful operation of the business.

  • Apply interpersonal relations concepts and techniques to personal and professional situations.

  • Understand and apply mathematical concepts and models.

  • Solve billing problems by applying business principles, communication standards, and office management skills.

 

A grade of “C” or above must be achieved in all courses to advance in the program.

Required Skill
OO 107  Keyboarding Basics OR Challenge Exam
CIT 110  Introduction to Computers
Health Science Orientation will be required
Fall Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 185 Basic Medical Terminology 3
BIO 127 Anatomy and Physiology I for Non-Clinical Major 4
ENGL 121** Composition I 3
HI 132* Health Data Content and Structure 3
OO 111* Fund of Health Insurance 4
    SUBTOTAL 17
Spring Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 201* Medical Science 3
HI 156* Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Healthcare 3
HI 236* ICD Coding 3
MATH ---** 103 or Higher 4
OO 112* Adv Health Insurance Tech 3
PSY 101 General Psychology OR  
SOC 111 Introduction to Sociology 3
    SUBTOTAL 19
Summer Semester
Course No. Title Credits

HI

237*

CPT Coding

3

HI 270* Profressional Practice Experience 2
    SUBTOTAL 6

Total Credits 42~   Top

~ Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedule.

† A grade of “C-” or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by admissions assessment

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