Electives
Anatomy & Physiology for EMS Professionals
($175)
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. The curriculum consists of objectives from Appendix E of the 1998 Release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMT-Paramedic: NSC. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. This course is a prerequisite for EMS 3031, Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Initial.This course may be taken as an elective for the Medical Office Assistant program.
Online-Educator
EMS‐3000AX‐H2044 - 1/15-5/7
EMS‐3000AX‐H2045 - 5/7-8/27Electronic Health Records
($120 +)
This course will prepare students to work with electronic health records. Students will learn the history of electronic health record, receive practical, and hands-on experience using SpringCharts EHR™.
Asheboro
MED‐3006H‐01236 - 12:30-3:30P, TTh, 2/4-3/16HCPCS
($120 + textbook + software)
Prerequisite: Medical Coding for Physicians Office
The student will gain an in-depth knowledge of both Level I and Level II HCPCS from coding to Medicaid and Medicare regulations pertaining to HCPCS. The student will have a thorough knowledge of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Web site and free resources available through CMS and will learn to navigate the Medicare Claims Processing Manual. The basic principles and conventions of CPT coding, illustrations of applications of these principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation, and information on how to analyze clinical data for the purposes of coding and reimbursement are all included in this course.
Online-Moodle
MED‐3030CX‐01245 - 1/15-2/26
MED‐3030CX‐01254 - 3/5-4/16
Health Unit Secretary & Coordinator
($120 + textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class conforms to the Health Unit Coordinator national certification exam content outline that is based on the national job analysis performed by the Certification Board's testing agency. The student is trained to perform the many secretarial and record-keeping duties of the nursing station and other ways in which to support the health care team.
Online-Moodle
OSC‐3608AX‐01246 - 1/15-3/12
OSC‐3608AX‐01255 - 3/5-4/30Hospital Billing and Coding
($120 + textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This course focuses on processing inpatient and outpatient services for acute, subacute, long-term care, and specialty and clinic facilities using the Uniform Bill-92 or UB92. It exposes learners to many provider specialties to build familiarity with any unique requirements of the specialties. Another objective is to provide the practice necessary to build learner confidence in claims processing procedures. Learners will be able to adapt to different care environments and understand the logic used by insurance companies to determine coverage.
Online-Moodle
MED‐3030JX‐01247 - 1/15-3/12
MED‐3030JX‐01256 - 3/5-4/30
Patient Billing for the Medical Office using Medisoft V.9
($120)
Prerequisite: Medical Insurance and Computerized Billing, Medical Terminology
This course provides students with a unique approach to learning NDCMedisoft Advanced Version 9 techniques within the context of a realistic medical office setting. Students have the opportunity to apply and enhance their office and computer skills by playing the role of a Patient Service Specialist in a family medical practice.
Online-Moodle
MED‐3030IX‐01241 - 1/15-2/26
MED‐3030IX‐01262 - 3/5-4/16
Asheboro
MED‐3030I‐01237 - 8:30-11:30A, TTh, 1/26-3/4Pharmacological Terminology
($120)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format. Calculations are simplified into step-by-step processes. Drugs are organized by classifications and include their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions. This terminology includes new drugs, information about the uses and effects of herbs, and the USP Quality Review list of similar drug names. The class examines the Internet as a reference tool and directs students to reliable Web sites, provides case studies to stimulate critical thinking, and includes an activity CD-ROM which provides interactive exercises to enhance the learning experience.
Online-Moodle
NUR‐3235AX‐01265 - 1/15-3/5
NUR‐3235AX‐01266 - 3/5-4/16
N.C. residents 65 years or older are exempt from registration fees in some classes. Please ask when you register if your class is exempt.
