Medical Scribe Professional Certificate (MedCerts)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis Medical Scribe Professional 

Course Objective: 
Description: The demand for Medical Scribes in the United States continues to grow, as more and more physicians and health care providers realize the benefits scribes bring to their practice. Traditionally, for every hour that physicians provide direct facetime to patients – 2 more hours are spent on Electronic Health Records and other clerical work. A growing strategy to decrease this clerical burden is to use Medical Scribes trained to document patient encounters in real-time. Studies have shown that Scribes improved all aspects of physician satisfaction, including overall satisfaction, physician facetime with patients, time spent charting, chart quality, and chart accuracy. 

Since the EHR is at the core of a Medical Scribe’s daily job functions, students will gain knowledge of medical clinic workflow systems by engaging and interacting with a Simulated Software Application. Students track a patient from the time the patient calls for an appointment through the entire revenue cycle. The book and software activities included in this program use a building block approach to learning the medical clinic workflow processes. This approach ensures that students are prepared to synthesize and organize medical data into a coherent entry so that it complies with office protocols, federal regulations, and insurance requirements. The payment for the MSCE credentialing exam is provided by MedCerts, which when passed grant’s status as an Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP). 

Competencies to be achieved:  
* Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology 
* Comply with relevant laws and ethics, the Omnibus Rule, HIPAA , and HITECH 
* Demonstrate electronic health record documentation as applicable to the clinic workflow 
* Explain how medical coding plays a role and impacts the clinic workflow and revenue cycle 
* Gain an understanding of laboratory testing and pharmacology as applicable to the EHR 

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

Total Tuition: $3,200.00 

Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): N/A 

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): N/A

Enrollment Requirements: 
High School Diploma or GED 
Web browser with internet connection 
Course registration & payment 

MedCerts- Covered Materials:
* Expert-led video-based training 
* eBook: Medical Clinical Workflow 
* 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.

Clinical Requirements: 
* Upon passing the exam, students have obtained “Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional” (AMSP) status. Once on the job, 200 hours removes the apprentice status and student becomes fully certified as a Certified Medical Scribe Professional (CMSP)

Students Services:  
* Dedicated Student Success Advisors 
* Tailored support based on performance & behavior 
* Exam preparation process 
* 1 yr. post-program extended access to Career Center & Career Coaches

Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:  
Name: Megan Purvis  
Email:  Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu 
Phone number: 520-494-6417 

Direct Website link to the program:  
https://centralaz.medcerts.com/programs/healthcare/medical-scribe-professional

Additional information:  
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
MedCerts provides students with the right to cancel their program and receive a refund, following the guidelines below. Please check your state or third-party funding policies as they may differ.

* Cancellation Period: You can cancel your program up to 21 days after the start date. To do so, submit a written cancellation notice (electronic or mailed) by the 21st day after your start date for a full 100% refund of tuition and fees. 
* Material Return: To qualify for a refund, all MedCerts materials and supplies must be returned within 30 days of cancellation. You are responsible for return shipping costs. If materials aren’t received within 30 days, the refund becomes void. 
* Material Handling: All returned items should be insured, tracked, and packed to prevent damage. Any copies or backups of materials must also be destroyed. 
* Enrollment Termination: Upon cancellation, your enrollment with MedCerts ends, and program materials cannot be transferred to others.

Refunds will be processed within 30 days after MedCerts receives all returned items. 

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each) 
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector) 
Yes or No: Yes. 
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: The program prepares students for the Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) certification, which is administered by the American Healthcare Documentation Professionals Group (AHDPG). The AHDPG is a nationally recognized organization that sets standards for medical scribe training and certification. 

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials) 
Yes or No: Yes 
Career Pathway: Certifications are stackable, allowing healthcare professionals to start with a foundational certificate and add specialized ones over time, progressively expanding their skills and knowledge. 

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies) 
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, the certification earned through this program is widely recognized by employers and institutions in many states, making it portable across various geographic locations and industries. However, some states may have additional requirements for employment.    

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school) 
Yes or No: Yes. 
Accrediting Agency and link to website: While MedCerts itself is not institutionally accredited, the certifications earned through the program, such as the AMSP, are recognized by the certifying body, AHDPG.

Credential Attainment Rate:  There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change.

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 pre-requisite 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. 

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