MLT 215 — Professional Issues Pre-Requisites: Completion of
all MLT modules Co-Requisites: MLT 285 1 1 1 TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS 4 39 43 17 TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED FOR ASSOCIATE DEGREE 67-69 CONCENTRATION OVERVIEW This curriculum prepares individuals for employment in medical and other health-care related offices. Course work will include medical terminology; information systems; office management; medical coding, billing and insurance; legal and ethical issues; and formatting and word processing. Students will learn administrative and support functions and develop skills applicable in medical environments. Upon completion of this concentration, graduates will be able to find employment opportunities available in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other health-care related organizations. Student Learning Outcomes – Upon completion of the program, students will: 1. Utilize appropriate technology relevant to a healthcare environment to complete basic administrative tasks. 2. Manage administrative projects in the healthcare environment while communicating effectively in oral and written formats. 3. Perform administrative duties to include: answer telephone, greet patients, update and file patient medical records, fill out insurance formshandle correspondence, schedule apoointments, arrange for hospital admissions, laboratory services admissions, and basic bookeeping. 4. Demonstrate knowledge and basic skills in applying ethical/legal principles in the delivery of car