Medical Insurance Specialist, Certificate

Program Design

Business Office Technology certificate programs, like the Medical Insurance Specialist program, allow students to specialize in areas of interest and obtain entry-level office positions. Course credit may be applied toward an associate degree. Advanced placement in keyboarding is available for students with prior training. Students can modify their programs depending upon experience.

With the numerous changes in the health care industry, the Medical Insurance Specialist certificate program is designed to prepare students to handle and code insurance claims in doctors' offices, hospitals, HMOs and other health care facilities. There is a great need for employees with coding knowledge.

Curriculum

This certificate program may be taken on a full- or part-time basis. It is designed for high school graduates, persons desiring to reenter the work place and college graduates seeking employment.

Note: Completion of BOT* 181: Medical Coding I and BOT* 182: Medical Coding II will enable students to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam for physician and outpatient coding. This certification is offered through the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Division of Business, Engineering and Technology: 860-512-2620

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all Medical Insurance Specialist certificate program requirements, graduates will

1.      Read, understand and prepare standard types of business communications.

2.      Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal and human relations skills.

3.      Demonstrate proficiency in the use of ICD-9 and CPT coding in entering and/or processing medical insurance claims.

4.      Demonstrate appropriate skills in computer applications in the medical office.

6.      Understand the importance of confidentiality in dealing with medical insurance issues.

Source: 2011-2012 Course Catalog