Medical Office Administration
The Medical Office Administration program will prepare students in all aspects of working in the office, including integrated applications, desktop publishing, telephone and listening techniques, time management, records management, electronic records, human relations, oral and written business communications, calendar control, and the profession's ethical code. Computer skills include word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation and telecommunication applications.
The Medical Office Administration program is recognized by the Texas Workforce Investment Council (formerly the Texas Skills Standards Board) which verifies that the knowledge and skill competencies required by industry are included within the curriculum.
Program Outcomes
- Use medical terminology, jargon, and abbreviations correctly.
- Understand and apply legal terminology and medical ethics relevant to medical coding and medical office practice.
- Apply medical coding rules and guidelines to complete claims forms for submission.
- Utilizes basic medical office functions, software, and management concepts.
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
Professional Ethics and Confidentiality
Adaptability
Ability to Research
Career Information
A degree in Medical Office Administration opens opportunities in Front Desk Worker, Referral Clerk, Appointment Scheduler.
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| ACNT 1303 | Introduction to Accounting I | 3 |
| HITT 1212 | History of Health Info Tech in the U.S. | 3 |
| HITT 1305 | Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| MDCA 1321 | Administrative Procedures | 3 |
| POFI 1349 | Spreadsheets | 3 |
| POFM 1202 | Medical Software Applications | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| HITT 1253 | Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Info | 3 |
| HITT 1303 | Medical Terminology II | 3 |
| HITT 1313 | Coding & Insurance | 3 |
| ITSW 1301 | Introduction to Word Processing | 3 |
| POFT 2312 | Business Correspondence & Communication | 3 |
| Third Semester | ||
| ENGL 2311 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| MATH 1324 | Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences | 3 |
| POFM 1300 | Basic Medical Coding | 3 |
| POFT 1313 | Professional Workforce Preparation | 3 |
| MDCA 1309 | A&P for Medical Assistants | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| XXXX x3xx | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| POFM 2310 | Intermediate Medical Coding | 3 |
| POFM 2386 | Internship-Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 3 |
| XXXX x3xx | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
| SPCH 1321 | Business and Professional Comm. | 3 |
| Total | 60 | |
| course | title | sch |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| ACNT 1303 | Introduction to Accounting I | 3 |
| HITT 1212 | History of Health Info Tech in the U.S. | 3 |
| HITT 1305 | Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| MDCA 1321 | Administrative Procedures | 3 |
| POFI 1349 | Spreadsheets | 3 |
| POFM 1202 | Medical Software Applications | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| HITT 1253 | Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Info | 3 |
| HITT 1303 | Medical Terminology II | 3 |
| HITT 1313 | Coding & Insurance | 3 |
| ITSW 1301 | Introduction to Word Processing | 3 |
| POFT 2312 | Business Correspondence and Communication | 3 |
| Total | 30 | |
Students may pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Administration
Students may pursue certification in medical office management
Where do graduates typically find jobs after graduation?
Typically, graduates find positions in medical and related offices and dental offices. This certificate or degree allows graduates to work in any type of medical office.
What kind of salary can I expect?
According to O*NET OnLine the role of medical administration has a bright outlook and the local salary is typically $15 to $17 per hour. Other areas of the state have a slightly higher salary range.
Does Lamar State College Port Arthur offer internship opportunities?
Yes. As part of the Medical Office Administration degree program, LSCPA places students with area business in the field of study. Often, students earn permanent positions after graduation as a result of internships.
Tonya J. Harbert, CPC
Instructor I
Umphrey Industrial Technology Center, Office 201H
Phone: (409) 984-6501
Email: keithtj@lamarpa.edu
Kellie C. Buckner
Adjunct Instructor
Student Center, Office 411
Phone: (409) 984-6378
Email: bucknerkc@lamarpa.edu
Adriane M. Champagne
Instructor I
Student Success Center, Office 130
Phone: (409) 984-6416
Email: champagneam@lamarpa.edu
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Tonya Harbert, CPC
Program Director
Umphrey Industrial Technology Center, Office 201H