HI 1200
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist
The perfect introduction into the front office environment of the healthcare industry.
Program Overview
Certifications earned
Medical Front Office jobs can look different depending on the type of healthcare environment you work in, but you should expect daily patient interaction and performing any administrative task that supports the medical office. Some of those tasks could include records and information management, basic coding, financial management, appointment scheduling and both in-person and telephone customer service.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Grasp the importance of customer service, communication skills and professionalism
- Comply with basic medical ethics as well as HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS regulations
- Understand and utilize medical terminology for administrative duties in a medical facility
- Evaluate a medical office’s scheduling needs and appropriately book patient services
- Accurately obtain patient information, verify insurance coverage, and prepare encounter forms
- Correctly file medical records, and perform basic financial and other general office procedures
What You’ll Learn – HI 1200 Medical Front Office Administration Specialist
Our medical administration training will prepare you to begin a lucrative career in the front office environment of any healthcare facility. In a short 15 weeks and through the completion of three courses, you’ll have a versatile education in Medical administration.
Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Microsoft Office Basics and Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology courses will set you up for the beginning of a successful, long-lasting career. The combination of understanding medical jargon and the standard software used in all offices create a solid base. With the addition of the specific practices of medical administration, scheduling systems and HIPAA regulations, you’ll be confident walking into any medical front office. Completing our courses will prepare you to pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, sponsored by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). MedCerts covers the registration cost of your exam and upon passing you’ll be qualified to work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics and a variety of other healthcare facilities.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
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Tuition Cost
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist Online Training
- Interest rates from 0-12%
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
Disclaimers
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
