This course introduces legislation affecting healthcare, along with a review of issues such as professional liability, informed consent, privacy and security laws, electronic health records and workplace legalities. A variety of ethical issues in health care are explored, as well as an examination of future trends in health care. Required: Student Petition. 01/09/2020-03/19/2020 Hybrid/Lecture Thursday 06:00PM - 07:30PM, Harmony East Building, Room H335
This course will explore the fundamental medical coding skills for professional services, such as physicians, mid-level providers, etc. Students will investigate the fundamentals of Diagnostic and Procedural medical coding. Required: Student Petition. 01/07/2020-03/17/2020 Lecture Tuesday 06:00PM - 09:00PM, Harmony East Building, Room H360
First course of a two part series. This course introduces the student to health insurance, insurance billing and reimbursement. Students will study the health insurance industry, legal and regulatory issues, and differences in reimbursement methods.The principles of medical billing will be covered, including proper claim form preparation. Required: Student Petition. 01/08/2020-03/18/2020 Lecture Wednesday 06:00PM - 10:00PM, Harmony West Building, Room HW210