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Clinical Coding, Billing & Medical Terminology - CPD Accredited

QLS Endorsed & CPD Accredited Training + Free PDF Certificate + Instant & Lifetime Access


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Offer ends 26 December 2024
Study method
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Duration
4.6 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Achievement
Certificates
  • Reed courses certificate of completion - Free
  • CPD Quality Standard Digital Certificate - £4.99
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  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Do you have a passion for accuracy and a keen eye for detail?

The UK's healthcare system relies on a skilled workforce behind the scenes, ensuring smooth operations and accurate financial tracking. Clinical coders and billers are the backbone of this system, translating medical procedures into standardised codes that determine patient billing and healthcare funding.

Why choose this Clinical Coding & Billing course?

  • High Demand: The NHS and private healthcare providers are constantly seeking qualified clinical coders and billers. A 2023 report by Indeed highlights a 27% increase in job postings for medical coders in the UK compared to the previous year.
  • Lucrative Career: The average salary for a clinical coder in the UK is £28,500 per year, with experienced coders reaching salaries well above that.
  • Work-Life Balance: This role offers flexibility, with many opportunities for remote work and part-time schedules.
  • CPD Accredited & QLS Endorsed: Our program meets the highest standards for continuing professional development, ensuring its relevance and quality.
  • Free Certificate: After successfully completing the Clinical Coding & Billing course, you will receive a FREE PDF Certificate as evidence of your newly acquired abilities.
  • Lifetime access to the whole collection of learning materials.
  • The online test with immediate results
  • You can study and complete the Clinical Coding course at your own pace.

What You'll Learn:

  • Master the Fundamentals: Define clinical coding, explain its role in healthcare, and understand the importance of confidentiality in handling medical records.
  • Navigate Medical Terminology: Confidently navigate and understand common medical terminology and jargon used in healthcare settings.
  • Become an ICD-10 Expert: Describe the structure and purpose of ICD-10, apply general coding principles, and accurately assign codes for a wide range of diagnoses and procedures.
  • Explore Beyond ICD-10: Gain an understanding of OPCS-4 coding and SNOMED CT, along with their roles in healthcare data.
  • Expand Your Coding Knowledge: Identify and differentiate between other types of clinical coding systems used in the industry.

Ready to take the next step?

Enrol today and unlock a rewarding career in the ever-growing healthcare sector.

Invest in your future. Invest in Clinical Coding & Billing.

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this Clinical Coding course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of clinical coding and billing.
  • Apply knowledge of clinical terminology and jargon to code clinical procedures accurately.
  • Analyse clinical records and ensure confidentiality.
  • Understand the clinical coding standards and guidelines for ICD-10 coding.
  • Accurately code clinical procedures using ICD-10, OPCS-4, and SNOMED CT.
  • Utilise other types of clinical coding as needed.

Achievement

Certificates

Reed courses certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed

CPD Quality Standard Digital Certificate

Digital certificate - £4.99

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

15
sections
15
lectures
4h 39m
total

Course media

Description

Our Clinical Coding Course is meticulously crafted to equip you with the foundational skills and advanced knowledge required for a successful career in medical coding. This Clinical Coding course covers a wide range of critical topics, from the basics of coding to the specificities of various coding systems, ensuring comprehensive preparation for the challenges of this dynamic field.

Clinical Coding Course Curriculum Overview:

Module 01: Introduction to Clinical Coding

  • Kickstart your journey into the world of clinical coding. Learn the purpose, importance, and the roles of a clinical coder in the healthcare industry.

Module 02: Introduction to Clinical Records and Its Confidentiality

  • Dive into the management of clinical records, emphasizing the legal and ethical obligations to maintain confidentiality and secure handling of patient information.

Module 03: Clinical Terminology and Jargons

  • Master the language of medicine with an extensive overview of clinical terminology and jargons. Understand how medical terms are formed and their crucial role in accurate coding.

Module 04: Introduction to ICD-10 Coding

  • Get introduced to the ICD-10 coding system, a critical tool in clinical coding. Understand its structure, purpose, and application in healthcare documentation.

Module 05: General Coding Standards of ICD-10

  • Learn the standards and guidelines that govern the use of ICD-10 to ensure consistency and accuracy in coding across healthcare systems.

Module 06: ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapter 1 to 4)

  • Explore the first four chapters of the ICD-10, covering codes related to certain infectious and parasitic diseases, neoplasms, diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs, and disorders of the immune mechanism.

Module 07: ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapter 5 to 10)

  • Delve into chapters 5 to 10, addressing mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders through diseases of the circulatory system.

Module 08: ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapter 11 to 15)

  • Continue with chapters 11 to 15, which include conditions related to the digestive system, skin, musculoskeletal system, and genitourinary system.

Module 09: ICD-10 5th Edition Codes (Chapter 16 to 22)

  • Complete the ICD-10 coverage with chapters 16 to 22, focusing on conditions from pregnancy, childbirth, to injuries, poisoning, and certain other consequences of external causes.

Module 10: Introduction to OPCS-4

  • Introduce the OPCS-4 classification system, used predominantly in the UK for coding surgical operations and procedures.

Module 11: Introduction to SNOMED CT

  • Learn about SNOMED CT, a comprehensive clinical health terminology system that provides a core vocabulary for electronic health records.

Module 12: Other types of Clinical Coding

  • Explore additional coding systems and methodologies, understanding their applications and how they complement or differ from ICD-10 and SNOMED CT.

Therefore, reinforce your knowledge and furnish your skills by enrolling in our Clinical Coding course. Take one step closer to achieving your goal.

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement:

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to order QLS Endorsed Hardcopy Certificate titled ‘Certificate in Clinical Coding at QLS Level 3’.

  • £79 GBP for addresses within the UK. Please note that delivery within the UK is free of charge.

Please Note: NextGen Learning is a Compliance Central approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

This Clinical Coding Course is ideal for:

  • Healthcare Newcomers: Those aspiring to delve into healthcare administration with a focus on Clinical Coding.
  • Medical Administrators: Professionals seeking advanced Clinical Coding insights.
  • Health Data Managers: Those overseeing patient data and requiring Clinical Coding expertise.
  • Record Keepers: Personnel maintaining patient records through precise Clinical Coding.

Requirements

Without any formal requirements, you can delightfully enrol in this Clinical Coding & Billing course.

Career path

This Clinical Coding & Billing course may lead you to many different career opportunities, here are few prospects,

  • Clinical Coder
  • Medical Biller
  • Medical Records Technician
  • Health Information Manager
  • Medical Claims Analyst
  • Healthcare Data Analyst
  • Healthcare Informatics Specialist

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