CAO 100 Computer Keyboarding
Credits: 1.00
This course introduces the "touch1" method of keyboarding on the computer including the alphabet keys, number and symbol keys, and the keypad. Students work towards developing a keyboarding speed of 20-25 words per minute with accuracy. The course assumes no previous knowledge of keyboarding. It may be taken on a Pass/No Pass (P/NP) basis only. (The final course grade will not affect grade point average.)
CAO 111 Microsoft Word I
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to provide instruction in the use of the Microsoft Word word processing software. The course focuses on word processing functions including creating, saving, and retrieving documents, formatting, using tabs, spell check and thesaurus, block operations, printing, page numbering, split screen, find and replace, file maintenance, fonts, special print features and selected Microsoft Word desktop publishing theory and features. This course is especially appropriate for those with no previous computer experience. Completion of this course will prepare the student to continue with CAO 112, Microsoft Word II.
CAO 112 Microsoft Word II
Credits: 3.00
This course expands the word processing skills learned in CAO 111, Microsoft Word I. Advanced MS Word features that are introduced include advanced table functions, text columns, macros, merging, sort/select functions, styles, outlining, creating graphs, forms development, integration of Internet functions, and desktop publishing functions. PREREQUISITE(S): CAO 111 - Microsoft Word I, or permission of instructor.
CAO 161 Office Procedures I
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to introduce students to business information systems and how technology can be used to increase productivity in today's business office. Emphasis is placed in the interaction of people, procedures, and equipment. PREREQUISITE(S): CIS 110 and Introduction to Business.
CAO 198 Coop Internship in CAO I
Credits: 3.00
This course consists of employment in a college-approved office to enable the student to gain insight into the operation of a modern office. The course requires a minimum of 15 hours per week which is supervised and coordinated by a faculty member. Students are rated on their job performance by the employer. (For full-time students with permission of instructor.) Prerequisite: Permission of coordinator.
CAO 224 Medical Terminology
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of human body systems and the medical vocabulary associated with these systems. While attaining a working knowledge of human anatomy, students will experience a word-building system comprised of medical prefixes, suffixes and work roots which will allow them to write and develop fundamental concepts for the meaning of various medical nomenclatures. Accurate spelling, medical definitions and medical abbreviations are key elements to this course. Cross-listed as HCP 224. Prerequisite: ENG 011 or ESL 011 or permission of the coordinator.
CAO 225 Health Insurance and Professional Billing
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the health insurance industry and the proper submission of insurance claims. The student will first complete an overview of the Federal and State insurance guidelines and basic requirements for submission of claims. They will learn the ICD-9 and HCPCS coding systems, their application to claim filing, and guidelines for successful reimbursement. The student will study each of the most common insurance types, the most current effect of managed care on each carrier, and step-by-step billing instructions for primary and secondary payer status. Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology is a key component of this course. This course is cross-listed with HCP 225 Prerequisite: CAO/HCP 224 - Medical Terminology, or equivalent with permission of instructor or coordinator.
CAO 226 Medical Coding I
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to provide an introduction to medical coding incorporating the standards of medical billing. Using the most current data sets required by the Health Care Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), students will learn to assign codes to a patient's diagnosis as well as to the medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures performed by physicians. The course also addresses the coding systems used by non-physician medical suppliers and for durable medical equipment.
CAO 227 Medical Coding II
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed to expand the student?s knowledge of the medical codes used in billing and reimbursement. The course addresses how physicians use diagnosis and procedure codes for reimbursement for professional services and explores the coding systems used for reimbursement of facility services (inpatient hospital and outpatient surgery center). The relationship between these facility coding systems and the codes used for diagnosis and physician procedures will also be investigated.
CAO 228 Electronic Health Records
Credits: 3.00
This course provides the student with a comprehensive understanding of electronic health record management and utilization. Emphasis on the creation, use, and maintenance of electronic health records, along with an introduction to the terminology and technology associated with the operational use of these records provides the student with the necessary skills to perform these operations in a medical office setting.
CAO 243 Integrated Office Software Applications
Credits: 3.00
In order to further develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics, and Internet skills, this course reviews, extends, integrates, and applies concepts previously learned. Desktop scanners and the Internet will be used to incorporate images into Microsoft Office documents. Decision making and critical thinking skills will be practiced through the use of simulations of typical documents and procedures as employed in the professional world. Prerequisite: CIS 110 or CAO 112.
CAO 245 Desktop Publishing
Credits: 3.00
This course is designed for office professional staff and for personal use. Using Microsoft Publisher software, students will reinforce and apply Windows skills, publication design techniques, page set-up and document layout, and work with text and graphic elements in a wide variety of business and personal publications. This is primary a hands-on course.
CAO 250 Proofreading and Editing
Credits: 3.00
This course develops proficiency in proofreading and editing skills for the workplace. Students develop skills to detect and correct spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors and to ensure the use of audience-appropriate language in written communications including memos, letters, reports, email messages, databases, presentation slides, advertisements, and spreadsheets. Students will learn correct formatting of documents from business, health care, finance, and education. Students will practice proofreading and editing documents that have been prepared using voice-recognition technology.
CAO 298 Coop Internship in CAO II
Credits: 3.00
This course consists of continued employment in a college-approved office to enable the student to gain insight into the operation of a modern office. The course requires a minimum of 15 hours per week supervised and coordinated by a faculty member. Students are rated by the employer on their job performance. (Full-time students only with permission of instructor.) Prerequisite: CAO 198 and permission of coordinator.
