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1 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Chapter 11 Operating Computers and Office Equipment

2 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. The Computer Hardware – The physical components of a computer – Examples: hard drive, CPU, monitor Software – The programs containing instructions to the computer to perform tasks – Examples: Word processing, spreadsheets, “Apps”

3 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Ergonomics and Computer Use Proper ergonomics promotes wellness and minimizes musculoskeletal problems Evaluate your workstation for proper ergonomics

4 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Applications Software Practice management software – Manages the operations of a medical office – Demographics, scheduling, insurance and claims processing, billing and collections Electronic health records software – Allows providers to document all care received by the patient – Often integrates with a practice management system, allowing a paperless office

5 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Applications Software Encoder software – Available for CPT, HCPCS, ICD, and Medicare coding guidelines – Improves coding accuracy and reimbursement to provider’s office

6 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. The Internet Interconnected networks that access information all over the world Makes it possible to enter, obtain, and exchange information electronically Evaluate all websites for information integrity

7 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Computer Security Physical security – Privacy shields, screen savers – Placement of monitors Security from loss, disaster, virus, humans – Passwords – Backup data regularly – Use encryption, firewalls, and antivirus software

8 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Office Equipment Copy machinesFax machines

9 Copyright ©2012 Delmar, Cengage Learning. All rights reserved. Office Equipment Dictation-transcription machine Printers Smart phones and pagers


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