MDAS - 1120 BILLING, INS AND MEDICAL FORMS
[4 hours] This course develops skill in the +Medic Computer System.
Students are instructed in the current ICD and CPT codes. Various insurance protocols are presented. Prerequisite: 20 WPM; Permission
Corequisite: MDAS 1110
MDAS - 1210 ADVANCED MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
[3 hours] This course expands information presented in MDAS 1110. The following
systems are explored in detail: Integumentary, gastrointestinal, female reproductive, endocrine, nervous system and special senses.
Prerequisite: MDAS 1110
MDAS - 1220 MEDICAL OFFICE RECORDS
[4 hours] This class presents the use of the + Medic System for scheduling appointments,
and preparing a complete patient record. Also presented are general business management procedures including payroll and banking.
Prerequisite: MDAS 1120. Corequisite: MDAS 1210
MDAS - 1230 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION
[2 hours] Development of medical transcription and word processing skills. Course
content includes medical reports in various specialty areas such as physical exams, discharge summaries, and other medical reports.
Prerequisite: 25 wpm Corequisite: MDAS 1210
MDAS - 1240 LAW AND ETHICS IN MEDICINE
[2 hours] Basic ethical and legal concepts relating to health care delivery. The
importance of documentation is stressed. Confidentiality, professionalism, informed consent, drug regulations and related issues are examined in
detail.
MDAS - 1250 MEDICAL CODING
[3 hours] In-depth examination of ICD and CPT codes. Current ICD and CPT Code Books will be used.
The impact of coding on reimbursement will be discussed. Prerequisite: Permission; MDAS 1120
MDAS - 2110 MEDICATIONS
[3 hours] This course is a study of the actions, uses, and side effects of the most common
medications prescribed in a medical office. Patient teaching is emphasized. Clinical competency of injection techniques is taught and
practiced. Prerequisite: TSBS 1110, 1130 Corequisite: MDAS 1210
MDAS - 2120 MEDICAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES
[3 hours] This course presents basic principles of POL testing. OSHA and CLIA
regulations and QC/QA methods are stressed. The student learns specimen collection and processing, patient education and procedures for
urinalysis, hematology, and blood chemistry, bacteriology and immunology techniques. Prerequisite: TSBS 1110, 1130 Corequisite: MDAS 1210
MDAS - 2130 ASSESSMENT IN MEDICAL OFFICE
[4 hours] This course addresses the basic clinical procedures used in physician�s
offices. It includes patient education, vital signs, positioning and draping and measuring visual acuity. Course coverage will also include
nutrition and diet therapy, radiography and professionalism. Prerequisite: TSBS 1110, 1130 Corequisite: MDAS 1210
MDAS - 2140 CLINICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES
[4 hours] Lectures and laboratory experiences emphasizing all phases of
responsibilities of the medical assistant in the medical office. This course must be completed the semester directly preceding the clinical
externship. Prerequisite: MDAS 1210, 1220; TSBS 1110, 1130 Corequisite: MDAS 1230, 1240, 2139, 2110, 2120
MDAS - 2210 MEDICAL ASSISTING EXTERNSHIP
[3 hours] Guided practical experience in a physician�s office, hospital and/or
clinic. Course content includes preparation for national certifying examination. Prerequisite: MDAS 2140; Permission of Director
MDAS - 2990 INDEPENDENT STUDY
[1 - 3 hours] A course designed to provide educational opportunities in a specialized academic
area under the direct supervision of a faculty member.
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