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Clinical Coding & Medical Billing
Thames College

20 in 1 CPD Accredited Bundle | Free PDF & Hardcopy Certificate | 200 CPD Points | Instant Access

Summary

Price
£125 inc VAT
Or £41.67/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
80 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
200 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Clinical coding is a fundamental part of modern healthcare systems, converting medical diagnoses, procedures, and treatments into standardised alphanumeric codes. These codes ensure consistency, accuracy, and transparency in medical documentation.

With the rise of electronic health records (EHRs) and increasing demands for data-driven healthcare decisions, clinical coding plays a critical role in hospital operations, billing systems, and insurance claims.

Why Should People in the UK Learn This Topic?

  • Increasing Demand: The UK healthcare sector requires over 20,000 skilled clinical coders annually to meet NHS and private sector demands.
  • Competitive Salaries: Skilled clinical coders and billing specialists earn upwards of £30,000 annually, with significant career progression.
  • Improved Accuracy in Healthcare: Accurate clinical coding improves patient care outcomes, reduces errors, and ensures timely reimbursements.

The Clinical Coding Course equips learners with skills to decode complex medical information accurately and translate it into recognised coding systems such as ICD (International Classification of Diseases) and PCS (Procedure Coding System). This knowledge supports effective data analysis, enhances healthcare reporting, and ensures compliance with national and international standards.

The curriculum provides comprehensive training on procedures ranging from laparoscopic surgeries to complex cardiac interventions, preparing learners to work confidently in real-world medical environments. With healthcare expenditure in the UK exceeding £250 billion annually, accurate medical coding is essential for resource allocation, insurance reimbursements, and quality patient care. This course offers learners the tools to contribute significantly to healthcare efficiency and patient outcomes.

★ Courses we are offering with Clinical Coding & Medical Billing ★

  1. Clinical Coding
  2. Medical Coding Inpatient Training: DRG-ICD
  3. Medical Coding Inpatient Training: DRG-PCS
  4. Learn Medical Coding Using 3M Software
  5. Level-4 Medical coding Training: ICD-10-CM
  6. Medical Coding Training: Develop Inpatient DRG
  7. Pharmacology
  8. Clinical Data Analysis with SAS
  9. Control and Administration of Medicines Online Training
  10. Healthcare GDPR
  11. Medical Law
  12. Medical Transcription
  13. Consent Training in Healthcare Course
  14. Clinical Observations Skills
  15. Infection Control Course
  16. Career Development Plan Fundamentals
  17. Networking Skills for Personal Success
  18. Boost Your Confidence and Self-Esteem
  19. Practical Time Management Masterclass
  20. Training For Anxiety & Stress Management

Certificates

CPD Accredited PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

CPD

200 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

Clinical Coding Course Curriculum:

Unit 01: Introduction

  • EPS

Unit 02: PCS 3M Workshop

  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Colonoscopy and more.

Unit 03: PCS 3M Workshop

  • Hemodialysis, MV, and CPR
  • Delivery Procedure and more.

Unit 04: PCS 3M Workshop

  • ERCP
  • Cardiac Cath and more.

Unit 05: PCS 3M Workshop

  • Spinal Fusion
  • New-born and more.

Unit 06: PCS 3M Workshop

  • Colostomy formation
  • Amputation and more.

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

  • Healthcare professionals aiming to specialise in medical coding and billing.
  • Individuals seeking administrative roles within the healthcare industry.
  • Recent graduates looking to enter the healthcare sector.
  • Medical secretaries and office staff looking to enhance their coding knowledge.
  • Those transitioning into healthcare roles from other industries.

Requirements

This Clinical Coding & Medical Billing course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn.

Career path

  • Clinical Coder: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
  • Medical Billing Specialist: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
  • Health Information Technician: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Coding Auditor: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum
  • Medical Records Coordinator: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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