Medical Practice Management

The medical practice business can be complex. Employees in insurance, reimbursement, scheduling, classification systems and physician referrals must know standard processes and be familiar with a wide range of medical terms and procedures in order to do their jobs efficiently.

By completing the General Business Administration associate degree with a concentration in Medical Practice Management, graduates will be eligible take the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and the Certified Patient Account Representative (C-PAR) examinations. Vol State’s degree requirements also include a work experience component in a medical practice setting where students can gain practical experience.

Additional information may be obtained by contacting Volunteer State’s academic business division at (615) 230 - 3303.

Curriculum

This concentration aims is to prepare individuals for on-site careers supporting medical-related business operations for doctors, dentists, or other licensed medical professionals. Managing insurance records, patient billing, appointment scheduling, and patient relations are all part of the job. Graduates qualify for several professional certifications in coding and reimbursement. Students interested in this concentration must schedule an advisement session. Specific program courses are scheduled on a rotating basis.