Medical Office Administration: Associate of Science (AS) Program

The Medical Office Administration (MOA) program is a two-tiered, structured career pathway for students who are interested in providing office support in the exciting and demanding healthcare industry. The MOA career pathway is a blend of three major areas: the advancing field of health information management (HIM), the ever-emerging field of business technology, and the constantly in-demand communication and professional skills; and it is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills required of today’s medical office support personnel. The types of healthcare delivery systems in the United States today vary depending on the services being offered.

Program Objectives

• Develop a strong foundation in medical terminology and healthcare communication.
• Understand the fundamentals of medical billing and coding practices.
• Gain proficiency in healthcare management software and electronic health records.
• Learn effective patient interaction and customer service skills.
• Understand legal and ethical considerations in medical office administration.

Curriculum Overview

• Introduction to Medical Office Administration
• Medical Terminology and Communication
• Basic Anatomy and Physiology
• Medical Billing and Coding Essentials
• Healthcare Management Software Applications
• Electronic Health Records Management
• Principles of Healthcare Administration
• Patient Relations and Customer Service
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare
• Practical Internship Experience

Our program is designed to provide you with a well-rounded education that will prepare you for the dynamic and rewarding field of medical office administration. We look forward to guiding you on your journey to a successful career.

Potential Career Opportunities

• Medical Office Manager
• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Billing and Coding Specialist
• Patient Services Representative
• Medical Records Clerk
• Insurance Claims Processor
• Medical Office Receptionist
• Health Information Technician
• Medical Transcriptionist

Skills you will gain

• Customer Service
• Data Entry
• Medical Terminology
• Office Management
• Medical Coding
• Medical Billing
• Electronic Health Records
• Insurance Verification
• Patient Scheduling
• Confidentiality Compliance