Medical Assisting: Medical Administrative Assistant Option

The Medical Assisting - Medical Administrative Assistant short certificate requires the student to complete sixteen (16) semester hours of medical assisting coursework. This program is designed for students seeking employment in various physician’s offices, hospitals, or medical facilities who specialize in the production of documents that are the basis for medical records. Students will learn the principles of auditing patient records for compliance, performing basic coding to submit reimbursement claims, processing release of information requests for medical records, reviewing patient records to ensure completion and accuracy, collecting patient demographic and insurance information, and the proper communication skills to discuss patient information with physicians and insurance companies. Additionally, students will learn medical office management, patient scheduling, and various aspects of practice management. Prior to completion of the Medical Administrative Assistant Short Certificate, the student will complete a practicum in a Medical setting. Required enrollment in MAT 228A: Medical Assistant CMAA Review Course is essential to prepare for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification exam. Please see “Required Documents” under A.A.S. - Medical Assisting Program for required immunizations and certification.