VALLEY COLLEGE Student Catalog Addendum May 2014 edition Curriculum Changes Effective 10/1/2014

VALLEY COLLEGE Student Catalog Addendum May 2014 edition Curriculum Changes Effective 10/1/2014 On Page 7, in the Section titled Faculty and Class Schedule section the text regarding the Online Programs with the following text: Business Administration (BA) Health Services Administration (HSA) Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding (MFOBC) Online Division (Beckley Campus): The Business Administration, Health Services Administration, and Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding (MFOBC) classes are offered only online. A class schedule is posted online at the beginning of each class. Classes start every three weeks. The Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding program was formally named Medical Administrative Assistant. The College will enroll students in the Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding program starting October 1, 2014. Students who are already enrolled in the Medical Administrative Assistant program will continue their program without interruption. Class Start Schedules Valley College reserves the right to add or change class start dates to meet the needs of prospective students. For regular attendance, standard completion times are expressed in full weeks/months: Business Administration (Online) 20.0 Hrs/Wk 72 weeks / 18 months Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding (Online) 20.0 Hrs/Wk 33 weeks / 9 months Medical Administrative Assistant** (Online) 20.0 Hrs/Wk 36 weeks / 9 months Health Services Administration (Online) 20.0 Hrs/Wk 60 weeks / 16 months **The Medical Administrative Assistant program information is for current students only. As of October 1, 2014, Valley College is no longer enrolling students in this program. This program has been modified and renamed Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding. The week schedules are for instructional/contact hours. The range in estimated month schedules includes holidays and breaks and varies depending on time of year of the start date. On Page 8, in the Section titled Curricula, insert the following text after Medical Clinical Assistant Program Description Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding Beckley Campus Online Division: (Formerly known as Medical Administrative Assistant) the student attends classes via the Internet. The Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to obtain and maintain entry level positions in the Medical Administrative Assistant career field. The students interact with the Instructor and their classmates. Material is presented by qualified instructors who follow the structured lesson plans and utilize a variety of techniques to enhance learning. Students also use textbooks/workbooks to complete in-class and out-of class assignments, such as practical lab exercises and projects. Students are expected to study every day outside the classroom. The student/instructor ratio would normally be less than 25:1 in the Medical Administrative Assistant program. Explanation of changes for the Student Catalog for the Appendix - Program Outlines (pages 26 to 27) and Course Descriptions (pages 31 37). The Health Services Administration and Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding program outlines and course descriptions for courses: MED243, Medical Records Management, MED244 Basic Coding- Diagnostic and MED247, Basic Coding- Procedural will be inserted in the appropriate pages in the Appendix Program Outlines and Course Descriptions. In addition, a Medical Administrative Assistant program outline with a notation stating that the college is no longer enrolling students in that program effective October 1, 2014 will replace the current program outline for that program (page 27). The catalog will list the course descriptions for all of the courses; however there are new Program Identifiers.. 1

Health Services Administration O.A.S. Degree Program Outline Beckley Online only The following schedule is effective for students who enroll in the program to start after October 1, 2014. The program for students who started the program prior to October 1, 2014 will follow the program as outlined in the Student Catalog when they enrolled. The Program Outline is provided for those students. SEMESTER CLOCK COURSES CREDITS HOURS Lecture (Lec) Lab (Lab) First Rotation COM112 Business English 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED122 Medical Terminology 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED132 Basic Medical Office Procedures 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab CPS121 Computer Applications-Medical 2.0 0 Lec 60 Lab Second Rotation MED111 Basic Anatomy 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MAT122 Business Math 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED243 Medical Records Management 2.0 0 Lec 60 Lab MED244 Basic Coding - Diagnostic 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab Third Rotation MED101 Medical Assisting Front Office 4.0 60 Lec 0 Lab COM122* Effective Writing 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED238 Medical Insurance Administration & Billing 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED247 Basic Coding Procedural 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab Fourth Rotation HSA200 Health Information Technology 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab HSA210 Healthcare Delivery in the United States 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab HSA230 Essentials of Healthcare Compliance 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab PSY102* General Psychology 4.0 60 Lec 0 Lab Fifth Rotation HSA250 Healthcare Customer Relations and Outcomes 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab HSA240 Healthcare Management and Administration 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab SOC202* Introduction to Sociology 4.0 60 Lec 0 Lab COM215 Career Development 2.0 30 Lec 30 Lab *denotes General Education courses (Students enrolled prior to 10/1/2014, a curriculum revision, approved by ACICS, may have different courses) PROGRAM TOTALS: Year 1: 660 Total Hours (270 Lec/390Lab)*and 31Credits* Year 1: Expected Out-of-Class Activities (Homework): 540 hours* Year 2: 540 Total Hours (360 Lec/180 Lab) and 29 Credits Year 2: Expected Out-of-Class Activities (Homework): 720 hours Total Program: 1200 Hours (630 Lec/570 Lab) and 60 Credits *May vary due to class rotation. 2

Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding Certificate/Diploma Program Outline Beckley Online only SEMESTER CLOCK COURSES CREDITS HOURS Lecture (Lec) Lab (Lab) First Rotation COM112 Business English 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED122 Medical Terminology 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED132 Basic Medical Office Procedures 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab CPS121 Computer Applications-Medical 2.0 00 Lec 60 Lab Second Rotation MED111 Basic Anatomy 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED244 Basic Coding - Diagnostic 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab 0 MAT122 Business Math 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED243 Medical Records Management 2.0 0 Lec 60 Lab Third Rotation COM215 Career Development 2.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED238 Medical Insurance Administration & Billing 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED247 Basic Coding Procedural 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab PROGRAM TOTALS: Total Program: 660 Hours (270 Lec/390 Lab) and 30 Credits Expected Out-of-Class Activities (Homework): 540 hours Total Program Hours: 1,200 3

(The Medical Administrative Assistant program information is for current students only; as of October 2, 2014, Valley College is no longer enrolling students in the program. The program was renamed Medical Front Office Billing and Coding and the curriculum was revised. Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate/Diploma Program Outline Beckley Online only SEMESTER CLOCK COURSES CREDITS HOURS Lecture (Lec) Lab (Lab) First Rotation MED122 Medical Terminology 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED111 Basic Anatomy 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED132 Basic Medical Office Procedures 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab CPS121 Computer Applications-Medical 2.0 00 Lec 60 Lab Second Rotation COM112 Business English 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab CPS143 Spreadsheet Applications 2.0 00 Lec 60 Lab MAT122 Business Math 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED242 Medical Records Management 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab Third Rotation COM215 Career Development 2.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED238 Medical Insurance Administration & Billing 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED246 Basic Medical Coding 3.0 30 Lec 30 Lab MED248* Medical Office Capstone 2.0 00 Lec 60 Lab PROGRAM TOTALS: Total Program: 720 Hours (270 Lec/450 Lab) and 32 Credits Expected Out-of-Class Activities (Homework): 540 hours Total Program Hours: 1,260 *MED248, Medical Office Capstone will always be the last class in the program. The prerequisite for this class is all other MAA classes. 4

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS The following course number system is used: 100-199 First level courses 200-299 Second level courses Courses are scheduled in specific rotations. Students must complete or have received credit transfers/advanced standing in one rotation before they can proceed to a subsequent rotation of classes. Any variation of the schedules must have prior approval from the Campus Director. General Education course descriptions contain a statement identifying them as such. Pre-requisites are contained in a notation identifying them as such with the course descriptions. Program Identifiers: HSA Health Services Administration courses that are required for students who are currently in the program or start after October 1, 2014. HSA(1) - new Health Services Administration courses that are part of the program effective October 1, 2014. HSA(2) - Health Services Administration courses that have been replaced effective October 1, 2014. Students who have started the program prior to October 1, 2014 should expect to take these courses. MAA Medical Administrative Assistant MFOBC Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding Communications COM112 BUSINESS ENGLISH: (2.0 Credits ) MAA/MFOBC/HSA The course provides instruction in basic English fundamentals as well as instruction oriented towards business communication. The student will develop skills in the areas of proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, word choices and written business communication. The course also emphasizes editing skills and how to edit business communications to ensure that they are correct, complete, clear, concise, and courteous. COM122 EFFECTIVE WRITING: (3.0 Credits) HSA (General Education Course) This course is designed to provide the student with practice in the techniques of effective writing and reading. It stresses the rules and principles of effective writing and the patterns of organization necessary for clear, correct and interesting presentation of ideas and information. COM215 CAREER DEVELOPMENT: (2.0 Credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA This course is designed to assist students to develop the career skills necessary to find and retain employment in the medical field. The student will learn specific professional skills such as patient contact, punctuality, attendance, appropriate attire and a professional attitude. In addition, the student will learn such skills as resume preparation, interviewing techniques and accessing the job market. Computer Software CPS121 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS - MEDICAL (2.0 credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA After completing this course the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a personal computer which is appropriate for the medical office. The student will learn fundamental terminology and be given instruction in the basic skills for using the Internet, email, and operating system and application software. CPS143 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS: (2.0 Credits) MAA/HSA(2) This course introduces the student to spreadsheet applications using a common software package. Topics include creating and modifying worksheets and charts. Health Services Administration HSA200 HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT: (3.0 Credits) HSA This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge to use a computer effectively in the processes of healthcare coding and management. The student will study Desktop IT, Network IT, and Medical Business Operations, as well as basic and advanced Healthcare Information Security. HSA210 HEALTHCARE DELIVERY IN THE UNITED STATES (3.0 Credits) HSA This course will cover the history of healthcare in the United States, as well as the roles and functions of healthcare professions. Students will develop a solid foundation in the internal and external environments of healthcare delivery. HSA230 ESSENTIALS OF HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE (3.0 Credits) HSA This course is designed to build a firm foundation of knowledge in the laws, regulations, agencies, and accreditations that govern healthcare organizations. Students are taught to create effective compliance plans and training programs. HSA240 HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION (3.0 Credits) HSA This course introduces the student to healthcare administration and all that encompasses. Topics will include: organized delivery systems, legal implications of business, project management, labor employment laws, and management skills. HSA250 HEALTHCARE CUSTOMER RELATIONS & OUTCOMES (3.0 Credits) HSA This course provides the student with concepts related to customer satisfaction in healthcare organizations. Students are taught the importance of assessing and improving patient satisfaction, as well as employing organizational strategies that will lead to an effective customer satisfaction plan. 5

Math MAT122 BUSINESS MATH: (3.0 Credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA This course is designed to provide the student with the math-related skills needed to solve business problems. Topics include: basic math operations and other selected subjects related specifically to daily life as well as the business environment. As each individual math function is mastered, instruction on the use of the calculator is given to solve problems to ensure accuracy. Medical MED101 MEDICAL ASSISTING - FRONT OFFICE (4.0 credits) HSA This course offers an introduction to the field of healthcare and covers the history of medical assisting and related health care professions. The student will explore training, job responsibilities, employment opportunities, and career laddering. Professionalism, communication skills, and patient care concepts are emphasized, as well as general ethical and legal principles and responsibilities involved in the medical field. MED111 BASIC ANATOMY: (3.0 Credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA The course is designed to build a firm foundation in basic human anatomy. Students are taught to correctly identify and describe the structural organization of the human body and its systems. It includes: the integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, cardiovascular system respiratory system, nervous system, urinary system, reproductive systems, lymphatic system, immune system, digestive system, endocrine system, and special senses. MED122 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (3.0 credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA This course is designed to build a firm foundation in medical terminology. Students are taught to correctly define, spell, pronounce and transcribe selected medical terms. As the student's medical vocabulary expands, practical experience is gained by completing medical documents and reports which contain selected vocabulary. MED132 BASIC MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES (3.0 credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA This course is designed to introduce the student to concepts relevant to managing the medical office such as facility and equipment management and office security. The student will also be introduced to basic accounting/bookkeeping skills, human resource management, OSHA, billing, coding, patient files, appointment scheduling, telephone etiquette, message taking, medical reports and other medical office procedures. MED238 MEDICAL INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION & BILLING (3.0 Credits) MAA/MFOBC/HSA This course provides the student with concepts relevant to the 10-step billing cycle. The student will be introduced to medical insurance and billing, claim coding and follow-up, payment processing, and hospital services. MED242 MEDICAL RECORDS MANAGEMENT (3.0 credits) MAA/HSA(2) This course is designed to introduce the student to medical software designed to be used in the Medical Office. The student will use patient billing software to learn the medical billing process. In addition, the student will use medical software to maintain electronic health records, as well as schedule appointments, work with electronic patient charts and create medical correspondence. MED243 MEDICAL RECORDS MANAGEMENT (2.0 credits) MFOBC/HSA(1) This course is designed to introduce the student to medical software designed to be used in the Medical Office. The student will use patient billing software to learn the medical billing process. In addition, the student will use medical software to maintain electronic health records, as well as schedule appointments, work with electronic patient charts and create medical correspondence. MED244 BASIC CODING DIAGNOSTIC (3.0 Credits) MFOBC/HSA(1) The course will introduce the basic foundation students need to become proficient coders. Diagnostic (ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS) and HCPCS Level II coding are discussed in this class along with a focus on the HIPAA-required codes and guidelines. MED246 BASIC MEDICAL CODING: (3.0 Credits) MAA/HSA(2) The course will introduce the basic foundation needed to become proficient coders. Both diagnostic (ICD-9-CM) and procedural (CPT/HCPCS) coding is discussed in this class along with a focus on the HIPAA-required code and guidelines. MED247 BASIC CODING PROCEDURAL (3.0 Credits) MFOBC/HSA(1) The course will continue building upon the basic foundation needed for students to become proficient coders. Procedural (CPT) coding is discussed in this class along with a focus on the HIPAA-required codes and guidelines. MED248-Medical Office Capstone (2.0 Credits) MAA (Prereq: All courses in the MAA program) This course is designed to demonstrate the student's ability to utilize and incorporate skills in a medical office environment, including administrative functions, transcription, and basic coding. The student is required to create and produce various work products with minimal instruction. Instructions are given to the student for creating the work products just as they would be by a supervisor; and the student is allowed the flexibility to use their skills in the way that best fits their style. In order to complete the assigned tasks accurately and in a timely fashion, the student must utilize time management, organizational, and cognitive skills. Psychology PSY102 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY: (4.0 Credits) HSA (General Education Course) This course will cover the most fundamental topics in psychology. The course will cover such topics as: an introduction to psychology, sensation and perception, learning, memory, thinking, language, and intelligence, motivation and emotion, personality, stress and social behavior. Sociology SOC202 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY: (4.0 Credits) HSA (General Education Course) This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of sociology. Topics discussed will include: culture, social structure, socialization and organization. Inequalities and some social institutions are studied as well as the effect of society on people and people on society. 6