BIP 205 - MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES

    Recent Professors
    Kathleen Ballestero
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    25–35 students
    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of BIP 205
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Designed to provide a thorough understanding and offer practi- cal application of the skills needed as a medical administrative assistant (This class was formerly OT 205). Topics include professional conduct, receptionist duties, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, organizing and maintaining records, composing medical business correspondence, office maintenance and management, financial responsibilities including the billing process and collections, computer and information processing in the medical office, and preparation for a position as a medical ad- ministrativeassistant.Continuationofbasicknowledgeofmedical terminology is included. Issues of confidentiality, medical law, and medical ethics will be emphasized. Students will use medical office management software to simulate the administrative office environment.