Medical Billing Fundamentals ITC

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

1. Perform health care office procedures that include scheduling, bookkeeping, billing and payment collection by utilizing a working knowledge of medical terminology, body systems, common medications, electronic health records and insurance.

2. Assign diagnostic and procedure codes using ICD and HCPCS/CPT coding systems as used in a variety of health care settings.

3. Apply legal and ethical standards and adhere to principles of patient confidentiality within the health care and community environment as defined by HIPAA.

4. Use specialized computer programs including practice management/electronic health record (PM/EHR) and the Microsoft Office Suite.

5. Demonstrate professionalism through acceptable attitude, organization and time management skills, and attire.