Medical Office Administrative Assistant
This program will prepare students to perform routine administrative duties in medical offices and clinics. Students will be instructed on proper telephone procedures, how to greet patients, update, and file patient medical records, fill out insurance forms and handle correspondence. Other topics will include scheduling appointments and arranging hospital admissions and laboratory services. Student will learn how to operate various office equipment that will be used.
A minimum of 42 clock hours are required to complete the Medical Office Administrative Assistant Certificate. 2 days a week for a total of 6 clock hours weekly. And will receive a certification of completion from LowCounty Medical Training Center, LLC. This course will cover an extensive list of common terminology used in the typical medical office. After successful completion of the course (42 clock hours), each student will receive a certificate of completion and will be provided with a test schedule to take the certification exam given by the National Health Career Association.
Admission Requirements
and Responsibilities
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older and have high school diploma or GED.
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Responsibilities:
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Interview patients for case histories prior to appointments
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Update and maintain patients’ health records
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Assist patients with initial paperwork
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Schedule and coordinate appointments
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Process insurance claims in compliance with law requirements
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Use medical software to support all transactions
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Manage receivable and payable accounts and maintain financial records
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Answer patients’ queries and ensure quality customer service
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Collaborate with doctors and nurses to help with medical examinations, schedule tests and order supplies
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Ensure compliance with procedures
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Keep up to date with changes in medical and insurance legislation.
Tuition
Total Cost: $1,433.00
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Tuition Breakdown
Medical Office Administrative Assistant tuition $875.00
NHA Certification $130.00
Medical Office Administrative Book $100.00
Administrative fee $165.00
Uniform with Monogram $78.00
BLS/CPR $85.00
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A $350 deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance can be paid in full or through a convenient weekly payment plan of $128.70.
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*Please note that tuition costs are subject to change based on updates to certification fees and course materials. Tuition and associated fees must be paid in full by the week before the last week of class.
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LowCounty Medical Training Center does not have a late fee charge. If payments are not paid upon class completion, student will not be able to receive a certificate of completion, nor will the training center approve the student for certification test.
Transfer Credit
A student who has credit for previous education such as certificate of completion from another institution and/or training, must meet with Director to determine if such credit will be applied to LowCounty Medical Training Center, LLC, prior to acceptance into program. LowCounty Medical Training Center makes no claim or guarantee that credit earned will transfer to another institution.
Job Placement Assistance
LowCounty Medical Training Center does not provide job placement assistance. When the student completed a program, a completion of the certificate will be issued. This does not guarantee employment. A criminal record may prevent the student from obtaining employment.