Computer Productivity Tools & Keyboarding (CIT 090)
In this module students will learn to use the Vista® operating system, navigate the Internet,
create documents in Microsoft Word®, develop and deliver presentations in PowerPoint®, and use Outlook
e-mail®, calendars, Acrobat Reader® and more. Students also will be working on their keyboarding and
alpha/numerical data entry skills. This module includes lab work that focuses on hand placement, accuracy,
and speed. Students work on many projects. By the end of the module, students should be able to apply the
skills they have learned to the workplace.
Prerequisite:
Medical Office Administration (HCP 100)
This module is an overview of the history of medicine and healthcare systems, and introduces students to the
administrative practices used in the medical office. Students learn how to manage various aspects of a medical practice such
as patient scheduling, the intake process, management of money, medical records and information, as well
as billing and determining professional fees. Students also are introduced to office communication skills including business writing,
mailing procedures, telephone techniques, interpersonal skills and professional behavior. Upon completion
of this course students will understand the tasks and skills needed to work at the front desk of a medical
practice.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CIT 100 or demonstration of basic keyboarding skills
Medical Terminology/Anatomy & Physiology (HCP 101)
Through this module students develop knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diagnostic treatment
modalities, and current pharmacological therapy, as well medical terminology. Students study common terms
and abbreviations related to medical science: diagnostic procedures,laboratory tests, pharmacology,
and hospital services. They learn about the Greek and Latin prefixes, suffixes, and root words that are
the building blocks for the spelling of medical terms related to the 15 body systems.Upon completion
of this module, students gain an understanding of human anatomy,the framework and structure of the body,
physiology which explains how the parts work together to support life,and pharmacology. This module is
required to prepare for the phlebotomy national certification exam
Prerequisite: none
Healthcare Structure, Delivery & ICD-9-CM Coding (HCP 102)
This module focuses on Diagnostic Coding Procedures. Students learn pertinent information utilizing the
ICD-9-CM text to make an accurate coding decision. The tools utilized will be medical terminology,
diagnostic coding conventions, special terms, abbreviations, marks and symbols along with medical
record information. The various sections of the ICD-9-CM text will be reviewed including charts, tables,
appendices and indexes to facilitate a thorough knowledge of the diagnostic coding process. Students
learn the purpose of coding and related guidelines to determine codes for maximum reimbursement. Emphasis
is placed on students coding from all sections of the ICD-9-CM text. Upon completion of this course
students understand the principles of ICD-9-CM coding.
Prerequisite: HCP 101 or concurrent enrollment
CPT & HCPCS Coding (HCP 103)
In this module students will have an understanding of the current procedural terminology format, coding
conventions, instructional notes, and section guidelines, i.e., evaluation and management section,
anesthesia section, surgery section, radiology section, pathology and laboratory section,and medicine section
as well as categories I, II, and III. Upon completion of this course students will be able to identify and
utilize modifiers, symbols, and properly code the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS).
Prerequisite: HCP 101
Medical Office Procedures, Reimbursement, and Compliance (HCP 202)
This module prepares students to use coded data and health information in medical billing software for
physicians’ offices and/or hospitals. Emphasis is placed on the billing cycle. Students learn manual and
electronic claim processing using medical billing software that includes transactions, posting payments,
and processing information from encounter forms, as well as completing CMS-1500 and UB-04 forms.
Additionally students learn the importance of HIPPA (confidentiality) regulations and Diagnostic Related
Groups (DRGs). Upon completion of this module students will be able to demonstrate skills for physician
based offices and for hospital billing. Students will also demonstrate knowledge HIPPA Act of 1996 by
practicing the PHI rule and by generating claims according to the standard Transactions and Code Sets
(TCS) rules.
Prerequisite: Completion of CIT 100, HCP 100, and HCP 101
Health Information Technology Externship (HCP 307)
The Externship provides the student with work experience in a health care facility. Under the
direction of the externship site’s professional staff and the BIR’s Site Coordinator, students will
practice using the skills gained in their program. During the externship students will be exposed to
health information processes such as patient intake, maintenance of patients’ records, insurance
verification, medical appointment scheduling, collection and posting of copayments, and telephone
techniques among others. The Health Information Technology Externship is graded on application of skills,
participation, attendance, professionalism, use of medical billing software, electronic medical records,
and general office computer productivity tools.
Prerequisite: Completion of CIT 100, and HCP 100, 101, 102, 103, and 202
Capstone, Careers, and Employment (HCP 310)
This module prepares students for employment and the Certified Billing and Coding Specialists exam.
Students review test taking strategies, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification
of Diseases (ICD-9-CM),Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, CMS1500, UB-92 and electronic
claim filing guidelines. This review also covers health insurance reimbursements, as well as legal and ethical
issues regarding medical billing and coding. Students learn how to gain employment in the medical billing
and coding field through resume writing, proper interviewing techniques and job search methods. The Certified
Billing and Coding exam is taken. School externship referrals to health care related organizations may be offered upon completion of this
module.
Prerequisite: CIT 100 and HCP 100, 101,202, 204, 205, 206, and 311
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