Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Medical Administrative Specialist program is designed to prepare individuals for careers as entry
level medical office assistants for diverse health care delivery systems including private medical
practices, clinics, public health departments, or hospitals. This program gives the student experience
in out-patient medical coding and in-patient medical coding. On completion of this program, the
student will be prepared for the Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS)(AMT)
Certification, Certified Professional Coder (CPC)(AAPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA)(AHIMA),
and Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)(AHIMA) exams.
Program Goals and Learning Outcomes:
? Develop skills in medical software, medical terminology, medical insurance form
preparation, medical coding, medical billing, and medical office procedures.
? Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communications, organization, and time
management.
? Gain an understanding of medical practice settings and specialties, the differences
between managed care and how commercial HMO/PPO, federal and state insurance
plans work, including their eligibility, coverage and reimbursement methodologies.
? Demonstrate ability to meet the highest legal and ethical standards of the profession,
including types of consents and disclosures, and the rules for maintaining privacy of
medical records and protected health information.
Career Preparation:
The Medical Administrative Specialist performs in a variety of positions including but not limited to
Medical Office Specialist, Medical Secretary, Medical Biller or Coder, Medical Receptionist, Unit
Secretary, and Registration Representative.
Details
Hours
62
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
BANGOR
Local WIB
1 - Northeastern Workforce Board
Type of Attainment:
Associate's Degree
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Title IV
Refund Policy
yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - ACCSC
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$4,000.00
In-State Tuition
$22,500.00 total tuition cost
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$22,500.00 total tuition cost
Registration Fee
$30.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$26,530.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$26,530.00
