Medical Terminology: The Male Reproductive System

Course Code: REL-RCC-0-MTMREPRS

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2030

Learning Objectives:
Recognize terms related to the anatomy and physiology of the male reproductive system.
Characterize pathologic conditions involving the male reproductive system.
Identify diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course  

Learning Objectives 

Section 2: Word Parts

Medical Terminology Word Parts

Prefixes

Review

Suffixes

Review

Combining Forms

Review 

Summary

Section 3: Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy & Physiology of The Male Reproductive System

Review

External Male Reproductive Organs

Review

Internal Male Reproductive Organs

Review

Spermatogenesis, Semen, and Ejaculation

Review

Summary

Section 4: Pathologic Conditions

Pathologic Conditions

Erectile Dysfunction

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)

Review

Malignant Neoplasms

Inflammatory Disorders

Testicular Conditions

Review

Summary

Section 5: Diagnostic Procedures and Therapeutic Interventions

Laboratory Tests

Imaging Tests

Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)

Prostatectomy

Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)

Transurethral Incision of Prostate (TUIP)

Review

Hormonal Therapy

Radiation Therapy

OrchidectomyVasectomy & Vasovasostomy

Circumcision

Review

Summary

Section 6: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor(s)

References

Exam and BrainSparks

Writer: Tiffany Mier, CPC, CDEO, CPMA, CPPM, CRC, AAPC-Approved Instructor

Tiffany has 14 years of experience in medical billing and coding. She holds numerous certifications from the American Academy of Professional Coders, and currently works as a medical coding educator for a managed care organization. 

Subject Matter Expert: Ron Orth RN, CHC, CMAC

Ron Orth obtained a nursing degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1985 and a B. A. in Health Care Administration from Concordia University in 1996. Mr. Orth possesses over 30 years of nursing experience with over 20 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Mr. Orth has extensive experience in teaching Medicare regulations to healthcare providers both in the US and internationally. Mr. Orth is currently the Director of Curriculum Design for the Acute and  Post-acute Care verticals at Relias. Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Coding Specialists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.