POFM-1302: Medical Software Applications
Credit Hours 3Medical software applications for the management and operation of health care information systems. Keyboarding proficiency recommended.
POFM Office Technology (N)
POFM-1317: Medical Administrative Support
Credit Hours 3Instruction in medical office procedures including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, telephone communications, coding, billing, collecting, and third party reimbursement.
POFM-1327: Medical Insurance
Credit Hours 3Survey of medical insurance including the life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, patient relations, and legal and ethical issues. May be taught manufacturer specific.
Prerequisites: Must have completed HITT-1305 with a minimum passing grade of C or higher to enroll.
POFM-2310: Intermediate Medical Coding
Credit Hours 3Assignment and application of various coding guidelines with emphasis on physician billing and regulatory requirements. Includes code selection for Evaluation and Management (E/M) and Medical/Surgical cases.
Prerequisites: HITT-1341.
POFM-2386: Internship - Medical Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Credit Hours 3A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Department approval required upon completion of certificate requirements.