HPE 113 or equivalent medical terminology background Introduction to the medical transcription process through a simulation representing work for a medical center. Students are exposed to a variety of dictated medical documents, including chart notes, history and physical reports, consultations, office procedure notes, X-ray reports, progress notes, and letters. Each section of material includes a review of medical terminology, as well as specific typing rules. Focuses on the administrative skills necessary for working in a medical office. Topics include communicating with patients, telephone management, organizing and maintaining records, coordinating appointments, financial procedures, and legal and ethical issues.
Students use medical management software to handle scheduling and records management.
This fast-paced course is designed for those already familiar with computers but who need to develop keyboarding skills to improve their productivity. 111 Basic Keyboarding Applications 3 credits Development of basic keyboarding skills using personal computers. Students learn to keyboard and are introduced to the basics of word processing and proper formatting procedures for letters, memos, and reports. The skill goal for this level is 30-40 words a minute for three minutes with three or fewer errors using the touch method. The skill goal for this level is 45-50 words a minute for five minutes with five or fewer errors.