This course focuses on the basic concepts in the professional practice of medicine and the role/function of the biller and coder. Students will be introduced to a comprehensive study of medical root words, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes. This course addresses terminology used in various medical specialties, as well as common medical abbreviations and symbols. An introduction to anatomy and physiology through the study of cell and tissue structure and function is also included. Introduction to professionalism in the workplace.
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Do you want a job in healthcare, but feel squeamish at the sight of blood? Maybe you’re just looking for a career with stability. In either case, the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding program at WTI may be right for you. Medical Billing and Coding specialists communicate with physicians, patients and insurance companies to ensure that information is documented and processed correctly.
The demand for professionals who can classify, organize and manage health information data is expected to increase by 8% between 2019-2029 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which is much higher than the average for all jobs. Each course is 100% online.
Upon completion of this program, you’ll be ready to start your career in this field, working at several jobs including:
- Medical Billing Specialist
- Professional Coder
- Charge Specialist
- Patient Service Representative
- Claims Analyst
Program Objective
Courses available at Wichita Main campus only.
The Medical Insurance Billing & Coding program will provide the student with entry-level skills to perform processing, reporting, security, and management of health information within the healthcare setting. During this four-quarter program, the student will learn the basic concepts and procedures to perform the tasks involved in health insurance as well as insurance claim forms. The student will gain knowledge of basic coding definitions and apply those codes to medical documentation.
The program is offered in a full online format offering students the flexibility to attend classes Sunday through Saturday online. This program offers simulated practice where students manually and electronically prepare insurance claims. Health information specialists and medical billers/coders are trained professional members of the business and operations staff of today’s healthcare industry. With today’s constantly changing insurance and administrative information requirements in the medical field, they are important to the smooth operation of any medical office.
Medical billers are an important part of the medical office by advocating between the patient and insurance companies, organizing information for medical statements, analyzing information for any errors, posting payments, and providing up-to-date reports to ensure the financial bottom line of the medical organization. Coders can help prevent legal difficulties and ensure that providers receive full reimbursement in a timely manner.
A career in health information technology is challenging and offers a variety of opportunities. There are career options in doctor’s offices, clinics, public health facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, and insurance agencies. After completion of this program, students are ready to sit for the Certified Professional Coder exam given through the American Academy of Professional Coders to become a Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A).
To be considered for enrollment into this program, all admissions requirements must be met.
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ASSOCIATE PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Courses available at Wichita Main campus only.
The objective of this program is to prepare students to perform tasks for entry-level employment as a Computer Service Technician or Networking Systems Technician.
This program prepares students to perform tasks associated with installing, upgrading and maintaining computer network systems in a LAN/WAN environment. The course is taught using a combination of theory and practical applications in a laboratory environment. In order to provide the students with a well-rounded quality educational experience; students will be introduced to general education college-level courses that will afford them the future security of an Associates of Occupational Studies degree. To be considered for enrollment into this program, all admissions requirements must be met.
CLASSES YOU'LL TAKE
| Introduction to Medical Office Basics | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
| Additional Med-Terms & A&P | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course focuses on the basic concepts in the professional practice of medicine and the role/function of the biller and coder. The students will continue training on computer usage, keyboarding, basic word processing concepts, and formatting documents. Included is a comprehensive study of medical root words, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes. This course addresses terminology used in various medical specialties, as well as common medical abbreviations and symbols. A continued review of systems relative to their anatomy and physiology. Continued professionalism in the workplace. | |||
| Comprehensive Med-Terms & A&P | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course focuses on the basic concepts in the professional practice of medicine and the role/function of the biller and coder. The students will continue with computer usage, keyboarding, basic word processing concepts, and formatting documents. Included is a comprehensive study of medical root words, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes. This course addresses terminology used in various medical specialties, as well as common medical abbreviations and symbols. A continued review of systems anatomy and physiology throughout. | |||
| Intro to HC, insurance, data processes, and coding | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
Administrative & Health Information Technology is designed to assist the student to learn about front-office procedures, which include appointment scheduling, preparing reports, electronic patient information data entry, correct documentation, maintenance of medical records in either paper or electronic form, proper, and time management. | |||
| Medical Necessity, claims, billing, and collection processes | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
During this course, the student will develop a basic understanding of the use of the ICD-10-CM coding system, as well as insurance billing. The student will learn about commercial as well as federal programs for insurance carriers. The billing process and the insurance claims payment process as well as how to avoid insurance fraud and abuse. Lastly, the students will learn how to write letters of appeal. | |||
| Government insurance, BCBS, Commercial carriers, and Workman’s Comp. | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
The student will be introduced to more advanced computer usage, basic word processing concepts, and formatting of documents. Lastly, this course will address the health information management within a medical office, oral or written communication, medical ethics and legal standards of today’s demanding HIPAA regulations mandated by the federal government, licensure requirements, and the rights of the physician and patient. | |||
| Intro to ICD10-CM and Business of Medicine, Anatomy review | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed to give the students a basic overview of how to properly code for outpatient diagnosis using the ICD-10-CM. Students will continue to broaden their medical terminology in addition to the concepts of professionalism in the healthcare setting. The course will utilize E.H.R and CMS-1500 to reinforce materials students have already learned in previous quarters. Students will learn to distinguish among Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D as well as interpret rules of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). | |||
| Intro to CPT, Integumentary, Musculoskeletal, Respiratory, and Cardiovascular | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed to teach students how to identify the first-listed diagnosis and learn to recognize the difference between diagnostic and therapeutic services. Students will also learn how to utilize their ICD-10-CM book by assigning codes for each chapter and specific guidelines for chapters 1-14. Students will continue to broaden their medical terminology studies as well as the concepts of professionalism in the healthcare setting. | |||
| Body Systems Specific Guidelines; Hemic and Lymphatic, Digestive, Urinary and Male, and Female | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed to teach students how to assign codes for chapter-specific guidelines for chapters 15-21. Students will also learn how to identify and code for External Causes. Students will continue to broaden their medical terminology studies. Students will also broaden the concepts of professionalism in the healthcare realm. This course allows students to practice their knowledge in diagnosis coding. A comprehensive review of ICD-10-CM coding as well as a case study packet will be completed at the end of this course. | |||
| Body Systems Specific Guidelines; Endocrine and Nervous, Eyes and Ears, Anesthesia, and Radiology | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed to expose students to a basic overview of how to properly code for procedures and supplies using the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). Students will continue to broaden their medical terminology studies with games and labeling exercises. Students will also broaden the concepts of professionalism in the healthcare setting. Students will also learn how to properly identify modifiers that can be used with CPT and HCPCS codes. Students learn how to audit cases for evaluation and management services. This course also covers general surgery guidelines. | |||
| Body Systems Specific Guidelines; Path and Lab, Evaluation and Management, and Medicine | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed to instruct students about system-specific guidelines and coding. Students learn how to differentiate between a fracture and dislocation; learn to explain the effects of extent and approach when reporting endoscopy respiratory procedures and gain an understanding that cardiovascular services are reported using different sections of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Students will review the subsection format and understand the difference in subheadings. Students will continue to broaden their medical terminology studies as well as, the concepts of professionalism within the healthcare setting. | |||
| ICD 10/ CPT Review and HCPCS | 4 Weeks | 5 QCH | |
This course is designed for advanced students, which will require a more heightened awareness of medical procedural coding. Students will be expected to incorporate challenges such as internet research, case studies, and the use of various situations to prepare them for the Certified Professional Coder exam given through the American Academy of Professional Coders to become a Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A). Also included in this course, the students will be focusing on résumé preparation, job hunting techniques, interview preparation, employment expectations and professional opportunities within the healthcare realm. | |||
| Total | 48 Weeks | 60 QCH | |
DIPLOMA PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Courses available at Wichita Main campus only.
The objective of this program is to prepare students to perform tasks for entry-level employment as a Computer Service Technician or Networking Systems Technician.
This program prepares students to perform tasks associated with installing, upgrading and maintaining computer network systems in a LAN/WAN environment. The course is taught using a combination of theory and practical applications in a laboratory environment. To be considered for enrollment into this program, all admissions requirements must be met. The credits awarded from this diploma program are transferrable into our CTNA AOS degree program
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