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Course Development Guide |
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October 1, 2007
Course Title
Medical Transcription
Course Description
This course will provide students with a strong foundation for placement in the Medical Office using machine transcribers. Emphasis is on developing transcription skills from voice media into usable medical communication. Correct formatting of medical documents, medical definitions, and correct spelling of medical terminology are also emphasized.
Contact
Gina Hubbard
405-743-5117
ghubb@okcareertech.org
| OCAS Codes | OHLAP Credit | Course Length | Prerequisites |
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8425
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No |
170 Hours
The 120 hours is based on a Carnegie unit, which accounts for 175 forty-five (45) minute class periods per school year. |
Foundations of Medical Office Assistant/Medical Terminology, Medical Insurance, and Patient Billing |
Knowledge and Skills
- AAMA Grammer
- Letter Transcription
- Medical Terminology
- Law and Ethics
- Medical Report Transcription
Brainbench
Career Cluster Resources for Business, Management, and Administration:
http://www.careerclusters.org/resources/ClusterDocuments/badocuments/BAFinal.pdf
Accountability Measures, Assessments, or Evaluation Procedures
Brainbench:
- Medical Transcription
Recommended Additional Competency Testing:
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HIPAA (Privacy)
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Anatomy & Physiology
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English Vocabulary
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Spelling (US)
- Business Ethics Awareness (US)
- Listening Skills
Brainbench:
http://www.okcareertech.org/certify
Industry Alignments
Brainbench
Curriculum Resources
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South-Western - Medical Terminology - ISBN 1-4188-6226-6