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Spring 2008 Non-Credit
Class Schedule
MEDICAL
Student Orientation for Non-Credit Medical Vocational Programs
Bring your questions, meet our staff and find out more about the
programs. All students are REQUIRED to attend. Orientations are held at
the Matteson Area Center. Call (708) 709-3750 to register. Choose
either of the following:
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
6:00-7:30 p. m. All Medical Courses
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
6:00-7:00 p. m. Dialysis Tech & Pharmacy Tech
BILLING/CODING SPECIALIST
It is recommended that classes in the Billing/Coding Specialist program
be taken in the following order:
Medical
Terminology 14 sessions
Introduction
to Health Information Technology 10 sessions
Introduction
to CPT-4 Coding (prerequisite for ICD-9-CM Coding) 10
sessions
Introduction
to ICD-9-CM Coding 16 sessions
Insurance
Procedures (prerequisite for Computerized Medical
Billing) 8 sessions
Computerized
Medical Billing* 8 sessions
Advanced
Coding (optional) 16 sessions
Advanced
Medical Terminology (optional) 12 sessions
*Must have knowledge of computers/Windows before taking this class.
Also, must have completed Keyboarding and Microsoft Office. Keyboarding
and Microsoft Office may be taken at any time prior to Computerized
Medical Billing.
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
This class is intended for individuals who type,
file, and process medical records in hospitals, clinics, insurance
offices, or for dentists or physicians. Learn Latin and Greek roots of
medical terms, along with definitions and proper use of medical terms.
A good medical dictionary is recommended in addition to required
textbooks. Textbook required the first night of class, which can be
purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on the main campus in
Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-017-M1
start date:
Jan 30
days: W
time:
06:00PM-09:00PM
duration: 14 SESSIONS
cost:
$269
location: MAC
118
ADVANCED MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
This advanced course focuses on the disease process and
pharmacological principles. The student will be taught pharmacological
principles and relationships between drugs, application of drugs for
specific diseases, potential toxicity of various agents, and
information regarding drug interaction. Additionally, the student will
be introduced to the description, etiology, signs and symptoms,
diagnostic procedures, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of the most
common diseases. Textbook required the first night of class, which can
be purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on the main campus
in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-018-M1
start date:
Feb 04
days: M
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 12 SESSIONS
cost:
$249
location: MAC
112
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
This course provides instruction in obtaining, using, and
preserving medical records. Students also receive instruction in
assembly of medical records and some analysis. Textbook required the
first night of class, which can be purchased at the Prairie State
College Bookstore on the main campus in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-033-M1
start date:
Feb 05
days: T
time:
06:00PM-09:00PM
duration: 10 SESSIONS
cost:
$239
location: MAC
112
HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR
Health Unit Coordinators interface daily with
multidisciplinary hospital team members, answer phone calls, and manage
medical orders for inpatients. This course covers how to transcribe
doctors’ orders, coordinate workflow for a nursing unit, order
necessary lab work, and diets. Students will also be introduced to
processes that involve daily care of legal medical records, retrieving
clinical lab results, and understanding patient privacy. Along with
Microsoft Office, Keyboarding, and Medical Terminology, completion of
this core of four classes will provide a vocational certificate.
Textbook required the first night of class, which can be purchased at
the Prairie State College Bookstore on the main campus.
code:
GSMED-035-M1
start date:
Feb 04
days: M
time:
06:00PM-09:00PM
duration: 12 SESSIONS
cost:
$309
location: MAC
118
INSURANCE PROCEDURES
Prerequisite: GSMED 017 - Medical Terminology
This course is an introductory medical insurance course. Topics of
discussion include medical law and ethics, various types of insurance
policies and coverage, deductibles, co-insurance, and procedures for
completing the CMS-1500 form and other insurance forms. Emphasis is
placed on categorizing insurance plans and defining insurance acronyms
commonly used in health care practices. Textbook required the first
night of class, which can be purchased at the Prairie State College
Bookstore on the main campus in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-038-M1
start date:
Jan 16
days: W
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 8 SESSIONS
cost:
$209
location: MAC
112
COMPUTERIZED MEDICAL BILLING
Prerequisite: GSMED 038 - Insurance Procedures,
typing speed of 30 wpm and knowledge of computers/Windows
Students are introduced to computerized medical billing using the Lytec
computerized billing software. Students will learn how to input patient
information, schedule appointments, handle billing, produce reports,
and process insurance claim forms electronically. Textbook required the
first night of class, which can be purchased at the Prairie State
College Bookstore on the main campus in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-040-M1
start date:
Mar 26
days: W
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 8 SESSIONS
cost:
$209
location: MAC
115
INTRODUCTION TO CPT-4 CODING
Prerequisite: GSMED 017 - Medical Terminology
This course introduces the process of coding medical records with the
use of the CPT coding system. The intent is to develop an understanding
of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid CPT
procedure codes. ICD-9-CM Coding cannot be taken at the same time as
CPT-4 Coding. Textbook required the first night of class, which can be
purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore at the main campus in
Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-045-M1
start date:
Jan 29
days: T
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 10 SESSIONS
cost:
$239
location: MAC
127
INTRODUCTION TO ICD-9-CM CODING
Prerequisite: GSMED 017 - Medical Terminology and GSMED 045 -
Introduction to CPT-4 Coding
This course introduces the process of coding medical records with the
use of ICD-9-CM coding system. The intent is to develop an
understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign
valid diagnostic or procedure codes. CPT-4 Coding cannot be taken at
the same time as ICD-9-CM Coding. Textbook required the first night of
class, which can be purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on
the main campus in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-047-M1
start date:
Jan 17
days: TH
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 16 SESSIONS
cost:
$309
location: MAC
112
ADVANCED ICD-9 AND
CPT-4-CODING
This is an advanced course in ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 Coding. Emphasis is
placed on coding guidelines and rules for the CPT, ICD-9-CM, and Level
II (HCPCS) coding systems and then application of the rules to code
patient services. In addition, a variety of payment systems are
presented—DRG, APC, and RUGSIII. Additional topics include Medicare
fraud/abuse, HMOs, and PPOs. This course will sharpen coding theory
introduced in introductory coding courses and prepare students for
coding certifications. Textbook required the first night of class,
which can be purchased at the Prairie State College Bookstore on the
main campus in Chicago Heights.
code:
GSMED-048-M1
start date:
Jan 16
days: W
time:
06:30PM-09:30PM
duration: 16 SESSIONS
cost:
$309
location: MAC 127
MEDICAL CENTRAL SERVICE
TECHNOLOGY
This course prepares participants for the national
exam for Central Service for the Certification of Healthcare Sterile
Processing and Distribution. Students will learn how to properly
sterilize and store medical instruments. This course is intended to
prepare individuals for all positions within the Central Sterile
Processing Department. A hands-on clinical tour at St. James Hospital
will help familiarize students with the environment and procedures.
code:
GSMED-080-PS
start date:
Mar 04
days: TTH
time:
06:00PM-09:00PM
duration: 13 SESSIONS
cost:
$450
location: TBA
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
This comprehensive 50-hour course will prepare
students to enter the pharmacy field and to take the Pharmacy
Technician Certification Board’s (PTCB) exam. Technicians work in
hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies, and other
health care settings - working under the supervision of a registered
pharmacist. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the
pharmacy, reading, and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by
generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I. V.
flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of
prescriptions, inventory control, and billing and reimbursement.
code:
GSMED-090-MC
start date:
Mar 11
days: TTH
time:
06:00PM-09:30PM
duration: 15 SESSIONS
cost:
$999
location: MAC
116
DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN
This 50-hour Dialysis Technician Program provides
students with the knowledge and skills needed to perform both the
clinical and technical duties required of Dialysis Technicians.
Under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses, Dialysis
Technicians operate kidney dialysis machines, prepare dialyzer
reprocessing and delivery systems as well as maintain and repair
equipment. Technicians work with patients during dialysis procedures
and monitor and record vital signs as well as administer local
anesthetics and drugs as needed. Dialysis Technicians also must assess
patients for any complications that occur during the procedure and must
be ready to take necessary emergency measures including administering
oxygen or performing Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Additionally,
they also may be involved in the training of patients for at-home
dialysis treatment and providing them with the emotional support they
need for self-care.
code:
GSMED-095-MC
start date:
Mar 10
days: MW
time:
06:00PM-09:30PM
duration: 15 SESSIONS
cost:
$999
location: MAC
116
MEDICAL INTERPRETATION
Medical Interpretation is an evolving profession
that is receiving a lot of attention across the nation. If you are
bilingual and are comfortable interpreting in a medical setting, this
40-hour medical interpreter training is for you. This course teaches
the proper techniques for interpreting, the national code of ethics for
interpreters, roles and modes of interpreting, and how to address
cultural issues while working with provider and patient. Textbook is
included in the tuition cost. Note: Prior to acceptance into this
course, you must pass a Language Proficiency Exam. The exam fee is $79,
and the registration code is PILAN-097-MC. The exam will be given at
the Matteson Area Center on Tuesday, January 8, 2008, from 6 p. m. to
10 p. m. If you would like more information on the course and exam,
please call (708) 709-3750.
code:
GSVS-061-MC
start date:
Jan 29
days: T
time:
06:00PM-09:00PM
duration: 14 SESSIONS
cost:
$365
location: MAC
118
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