Medical Office Administration
Curriculum
This curriculum prepares individuals for employment in medical and other health-care related offices.
Course work will include medical terminology; information systems; office management; medical coding, billing and insurance; legal and ethical issues; and formatting and word processing. Students will learn administrative and support functions and develop skills applicable in medical environments.
Employment opportunities are available in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other health-care related organizations.
Degrees, Diplomas & Certificates
The following credentials are offered under the Medical Office Administration program.
Associate Degree
Diploma
Learning Outcomes
- Manage electronic health records and medical documentation systems
- Process medical insurance claims and understand healthcare reimbursement
- Apply medical terminology and coding systems (ICD, CPT) for accurate record-keeping
- Demonstrate professional communication with patients, providers, and insurance companies
Career Outcomes
Graduates of Medical Office Administration can pursue these careers:
Career data is being updated. Check BLS.gov for the latest information.
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET.