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MEDA216 Medical Insurance, Billing and Reimbursement

3 credits

2250

MEDA140 or

MEDA140

None

This course covers advanced medical administrative procedures using billing software. Topics including maintaining files, entering patient data, inputting insurance, posting transactions, generating reports, and scheduling appointments are covered.

Course Learning Goals

Students will:
1. schedule appointments, file claims, record data, and print reports using medical billing software;
2. perform basic medical administrative functions;
3. demonstrate an understanding of third-party insurance guidelines; and
4. determine physician reimbursement through accurate claim submission.
Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
1. maintaining patient records
2. managing medical records
3. scheduling electronic appointments
4. processing insurance claims
5. bookkeeping and banking
6. billing and collections
7. accounts payable, payroll, and contracts
Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
The assessment of course learning goals will be based on classroom discussions, written exams, assignments, papers, and/or performance-based tasks and projects.
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
See course syllabus.