OST 281 Emerging Issues in Medical Office

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics familiar to the health care setting. Topics include emerging issues in the health care setting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of current medical office procedures and treatments. Emphasis is placed on Advanced reimbursement and revenue functions such as, claims auditing, appeals processes, commercial insurance and government payers. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 247 and OST 248.