Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems and pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a language-structure approach of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems and pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. This course introduces CPT and ICD coding as they apply to medical insurance and billing.
Emphasis is placed on accuracy in coding, forms preparation, and posting.
Upon completion, students should be able to describe the steps of the total billing cycle and explain the importance of accuracy. This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care services. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior. This course covers the terminology appropriate to the legal profession. Topics include legal research, court systems, litigation, civil and criminal law, probate, real and personal property, contracts and leases, domestic relations, equity, and corporations.