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Clinical Terminology and Jargons

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Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
10 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Clinical Coding is the backbone of effective healthcare management, ensuring accurate documentation and communication of medical diagnoses and procedures. The Clinical Terminology and Jargons course is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the complex world of clinical coding, including understanding clinical terminology, mastering coding standards like ICD-10, and exploring legal and ethical aspects of working in a clinical environment.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of clinical coding and its importance in healthcare management.
  • Familiarise oneself with clinical terminologies and jargons commonly used in medical records.
  • Master the coding standards of ICD-10, including general coding standards and specific codes across different chapters.
  • Gain proficiency in using OPCS-4 and SNOMED CT for clinical coding purposes.
  • Understand the legal and ethical considerations associated with working in a clinical environment.
  • Develop skills in maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of clinical records.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

The Clinical Terminology and Jargons course consists of 13 modules that cover the fundamental aspects of clinical coding. Clinical Coding begins with an introduction to clinical coding, highlighting its significance in accurate medical documentation. The course then progresses to exploring clinical terminologies and jargons used in medical records, ensuring students become well-versed in the language of healthcare.

A significant portion of the course is dedicated to ICD-10 coding, with modules focusing on general coding standards and specific codes across different chapters. Students will learn how to accurately assign codes to various medical diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10. Additionally, the course covers other types of clinical coding, including the usage of OPCS-4 and SNOMED CT.

Furthermore, the course delves into the legal and ethical aspects of working in a clinical environment, emphasising the importance of confidentiality and privacy in handling clinical records. By the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of clinical coding principles, terminology, and relevant coding standards.

Certification

Upon completion of the course, learners can obtain a certificate as proof of their achievement. You can receive a £4.99 PDF Certificate sent via email, a £9.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for delivery in the UK, or a £19.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for international delivery. Each option depends on individual preferences and locations.

Who is this course for?

  • Healthcare professionals, such as medical coders, clinical documentation specialists, and health information management professionals, seeking to enhance their clinical coding skills.
  • Medical students or individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare administration, medical billing, or medical records management.
  • Healthcare administrators or managers involved in the oversight of clinical coding processes.

Career path

  • Clinical Coder: £20,000 - £40,000
  • Health Information Manager: £30,000 - £60,000
  • Medical Records Supervisor: £25,000 - £45,000
  • Clinical Documentation Specialist: £25,000 - £50,000
  • Medical Billing Specialist: £22,000 - £35,000
  • Healthcare Compliance Officer: £30,000 - £55,000

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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.