Medical Assisting - Associate of Applied Science

The medical assisting program prepares graduates for entry-level work as both clinical and administrative assistants to doctors in offices and clinics. Graduates will gain thorough knowledge of anatomy, basic clinical and laboratory tasks, and administrative duties.

Courses in these programs include:

• Musculoskeletal and Nervous Systems - which is the study of anatomy, physiology, diseases, and examination and investigation procedures of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems.
• Hematology and Microbiology - which studies structure, composition and function of the blood, as well as blood diseases.
• Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Systems - which teaches structure and function of the respiratory cardiovascular system, diseases and investigation procedures, EKG equipment, physiology and basic interpretation of arrhythmias.

Medical Insurance Billing/Coding - Diploma

In our Medical Insurance Billing/Coding program, you will learn the basic concepts and procedures to perform the tasks involved in health insurance as well as insurance claim forms. You will also gain knowledge of basic coding definitions and how to apply those codes to medical documentation.

To succeed in this field, you will need to possess a combination of skills. A thorough knowledge of medical terminology, preparing and processing of insurance claims, set up and maintenance of patient records, and proper code selection and application are all essential tools for this profession. Strong computer and keyboarding skills are also vital to the effectiveness of these jobs.

This program offers simulated practice where you manually and electronically prepare insurance claims. You will practice interviewing and documenting skills to obtain the necessary patient information for successfully completing and managing claims.