HEALTH OCCUPATIONS

MEDICAL CODING
Learn the technique of CPT coding. Evaluation and Management, Anesthesia, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology, Laboratory, Medicine and Modifiers with ICD-9 HCPCS coding. This course is an excellent way to prepare for the CPC/CPC-H examination. You need two years in the field, prior to taking the exams. Ask us about CPC-A certification. Prerequisite: Computer Skills, Medical Terminology.

Tuition/Book: $910         133 hours, 19 weeks
Mon & Wed

          09/10/07 - 09/26/07, 5-10:00 pm & 10/01/07 - 01/23/08, 5-8:30 pm

          01/28/08 - 02/20/08, 5-10:00 pm & 02/25/08 - 06/11/08, 5-8:30 pm

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Learn medical terms organized by body systems, as well as an in-depth study on anatomy and physiology. This course gives you the skills needed to enter the Medical Transcription, Medical Secretary, and Health Technician fields.

Tuition/Book: $590
Mon & Wed

          09/05/07 - 01/23/08, 5 - 8 pm, 108 hours, 19 weeks
          01/28/08 - 06/11/08, 5 - 8 pm, 108 hours, 19 weeks

         12/03/07 - 01/14/08, 8 -10 pm, 20 hours, 5 weeks

          04/21/08 - 05/21/08, 6 - 9 pm, 20 hours, 5 weeks

HEALTH INSURANCE CLAIM FORMS
Learn the step-by-step procedures for filing HCFA-1500 claim forms for commercial insurance companies and government agencies; the proper way to file each individual block on the HCFA claim form according to insurance company guidelines; roles and responsibilities of a health insurance claims form specialist. You’ll also learn how to submit medical insurance claims with proper coding using a billing software that includes patient accounts insurance claims, scheduling, and reports. Also covered: health insurance intro, managed healthcare, life cycle of an insurance claim, legal and regulatory considerations, coding from source documents, HCFA reimbursement issues, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and
Workers Compensation claims. Prerequisite: Computer Skills, Medical Terminology.

Tuition/Book: $515
Mon & Wed

         10/01/07-01/23/08, 8:30-10 pm, 45 hours, 15 weeks

         02/25/08-06/11/08, 8:30-10 pm, 45 hours, 15 weeks

MEDICAL LAW & ETHICS
This course will give you a basic overview of laws and ethics, as well as your employment rights and those of your patients. HIPPA guidelines for the workplace will be covered.

Tuition/Book: $200
Mon & Wed

          12/03/07 - 01/14/08, 8 - 10 pm, 20 hours, 5 weeks
          04/21/08 - 05/21/08, 6 - 9 pm, 20 hours, 5 weeks

MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES
Learn the basic skills required of clerical staff members to work in a medical office. Students will learn Medisoft software to schedule appointments, keep accurate records, make patient referrals and insurance inquiries, and prepare patient charts. Prerequisites: Medical Terminology and Keyboarding.

Tuition/Book: $468
Tue & Th

         09/06/07-01/24/08, 8 - 10 pm, 72 hours, 18 weeks

         01/29/08-06/10/08, 8 - 10 pm, 72 hours, 18 weeks

PHLEBOTOMY SKILLS TRAINING
Attention medical assistants, nurses, and paramedics! Enhance your technique in drawing blood from even the most difficult patient. Safety precautions in handling blood are emphasized. OSHA Guidelines taught, no externships available. Drug testing and Criminal Records Check are part of the tuition and will be done during class time at an undisclosed time. Insurance Coverage is also part of the tuition and will be obtained for the student. A student must have a TB test prior to starting at the student’s expense. You must bring a copy of GED or high school diploma. Certification exams are at the expense of the student.
Tuition/Book: $1000
Mon & Wed

          10/22/07 - 04/02/08, 6 - 9:30 pm, 140 hours, 20 weeks

EKG
Explore the anatomy of the heart. Receive instruction in hands-on patient preparation and equipment. Learn both theory and application of EKG performance in order to become a valuable member of the health care team.
Tuition: $330
Mon & Wed

          04/21/08 - 05/21/08, 6 - 9 pm, 30 hours, 5 weeks

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
Enhance your knowledge of the human body including information about human structure, functions, and disease. Students also learn the details of all eleven body systems. This course is required for many full and part-time health care programs. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology.

Tuition/Book: $590
Tue & Th

         09/06/07-01/24/08, 5 - 8 pm, 108 hours, 19 weeks

         01/29/08-06/10/08, 5 - 8 pm, 108 hours, 19 weeks

AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR TRAINING
Are you prepared to save a life? Emergencies happen when you least expect them. It pays to be prepared. Sudden cardiac arrest, a leading cause of death in the United States, accounts for more than 200,000 deaths every year. It is estimated that 95% of cardiac arrest victims die before they reach a hospital or other source of medical help. Attend this class to learn the skills needed to save a life. American Red Cross CPR training is available for anyone 16 years or older. We will customize the training to meet the needs of specific groups and individuals. Whether you want training for employees, or simply want to know how to help in an emergency, this training is for you. Registration must be completed one week prior to the first class.

Tuition/Book: $25
Wed     08/29/07                              9 am -3:30 pm

Mon     09/10/07 & 09/17/07               6 pm - 9 pm

Tue     10/09/07 & 10/16/07               6 pm - 9 pm

Mon & Tue     03/03/08 & 03/04/08      6 pm - 9 pm

Tue     04/22/08 & 04/29/08               6 pm - 9 pm

CHALLENGING
Challenges give the previously trained individual the opportunity to
re-certify without taking the full course work. The candidate for
re-certification will be responsible for passing the written and skill tests
to earn certification. These sessions take approximately one hour
to complete. Schedule these sessions with Becky Tisevich at
330-896-8256.

Tuition: $15 (includes certification card)