• 10004264
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) (Voucher Included)
  • W Insufficient student exit data. (3 or less)
Indiana University Northwest
Indiana University
3400 Broadway Ave
Gary, IN 46408
https://northwest.iu.edu/adult-education/index.html
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Description

Tammy Stanson

Tammy Stanson, RMA(AMT), CMA(AAMA), is a highly experienced and dedicated medical professional possessing over two decades of strong knowledge in medical assistant education, instruction, and practice. With her vast experience in clinical, administrative, and educational settings, Tammy began in 1996 as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and has spent her career in family medicine and urgent care.

Throughout her career, Tammy has not only worked as a CMA but also as a medical assisting instructor, demonstrating her commitment to creating a supportive and team-driven environment for students while enabling them to achieve their educational goals.

Tammy is passionate about excellent patient care and is committed to ensuring the next generations of medical assistants are prepared for the ever-changing healthcare industry. With expertise in educational methodology, teaching, and student success, Tammy is well-equipped to guide students through their Medical Assisting program and prepare them for successful careers.

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. She worked as a medical office manager for ten years, where she recruited and trained all medical assistants. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.

Hilary Khouri

Hilary Khouri has ten years of experience in the medical field. After college, she began her medical career working in the front office of a group practice handling daily administrative tasks. Her medical experience also includes working at a healthcare consulting firm, where she reviewed electronic health records for completeness and educated providers on documentation improvement in addition to performing risk adjustment coding. She holds a bachelor's in fashion merchandising from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) through the University of Alabama.

Students will learn the professional traits and responsibilities to become a vital part of the healthcare team in a medical office, clinic, hospital, and other healthcare settings. Students will also be prepared for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Course Outline:

Medical Terminology
        Introduction to Medical Terminology
        The Musculoskeletal System
        The Cardiovascular System
        The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
        The Respiratory System
        The Digestive System
        The Urinary System
        The Nervous System
        The Special Senses The Eyes and Ears
        The Integumentary System
        The Endocrine System
        The Reproductive System
        Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology
    
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
        Medical Assisting Foundations
        Professional Behavior
        Legal and Ethical Issues
        The Art of Communicating
        Telecommunications, Telephone Professionalism, and Telephone Techniques
        Written Communications
        Medical Office Environment
        Patient Scheduling
        Managing Medical Records
        Introduction to Health Insurance
        Medical Coding: An Overview
        Patient Accounts
        Insurance Claims, Patient Billing, and Collections
        Daily Financial Practices
        Managing the Office
        Pharmacology
        Pathophysiology
        Infection Control and Medical Asepsis
        The Chief Complaint and Patient History
        Body Measurements and Vital Signs
        Preparing for Examinations
        The Complete Physical Examination (CPE)
        Specialty Examinations and Procedures
        The Physician's Office Laboratory (POL)
        Specimen Collection and Processing
        Introduction to Phlebotomy
         Diagnostic Testing
         Minor Office Surgeries
        Medication Dosage Calculations
        Administering Medications
        Emergencies in the Medical Office
        First Aid Procedures and Mental Health Issues
        Rehabilitation
        Nutrition and Special Diets
        Certification
        Preparing for Your Career

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Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Certification Requirements:

In order to sit for the national certification exam, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

There is no application deadline. Once enrolled, students have 12 months of access to the course.

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  • Online
  • 12 month(s)
  • 540 instructional hour(s)
  • 11.25 Hours
  • 100%
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Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

  • Local Gift Aid (Grants and Scholarships)
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