MEDICAL CODING - About the Course:
The Department of Biochemistry and Nutrition, St. Pious X Degree and PG College for Women offers a Two months Skill Development Programme in Medical Coding for the aspiring youth to make a career in the health sector. Medical Coding course is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and technical expertise required to excel in the field of healthcare documentation and billing.
Course Dates:
01.03.2025 - 31.03.2025
Key Highlights:
- Course Duration:40 hours
- Mode: In-person
- Pre-requisite: No prior knowledge required. Open to all UGand PG students of Life sciences
What You Will Learn:
- Understand Healthcare Terminology and Classification Systems
- Develop Proficiency in Coding Systems
- Learn to Interpret Clinical Documentation
- Master Coding Conventions and Guidelines
- Focus on Accuracy and Compliance
- Understand the Billing and Reimbursement Process
- Develop Problem-Solving Skills
- Prepare for Certification Exams
- Build Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems
Course Structure:
- Classification systems like ICD (International Classification of Diseases), CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), and HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System). accurate coding in clinical documentation. ICD-10-CM (diagnosis coding), CPT (procedure coding), and HCPCS Level II codes used for medical billing and insurance claims.
- Structure and guidelines for each coding system to ensure accurate assignment of codes.
- Extraction relevant information from patient medical records.
- Learn how to identify and apply the correct diagnosis, procedure, and treatment codes based on clinical documentation.
- Coding conventions, rules, and guidelines to ensure proper coding practices.
- Modifier usage, coding errors, and the importance of ethical standards
Mock Tests and Exam Preparation:
To ensure that students are well-prepared for the CPC ( Certified Professional Coder) a medical coding certification offered by AAPC ( American Academy of Professional Coders), we will conduct multiple **mock tests** during the course. Our aim is to ensure that every student has the confidence and knowledge to clear the exam comfortably.
Certification:
After successfully completing the training, students will be prepared to take the the CPC ( Certified Professional Coder) a medical coding certification Exam.
Why Choose Our Course?
**Expert Trainers:** Our instructors are experienced professionals with years of expertise in Medical Coding.
Practical Learning: Engage in hands-on learning with case studies, practical assignments, and mock exams.
Eligibility:
Open to all students of UG and PG Life sciences.
No prior experience in Coding is required.
Course Fee:
The course fee is affordable and offers great value, given the certification and practical training provided. Contact us for more details.
How to Register:
- Visit our website and navigate to the Medical Coding course page.
- Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
- Complete the registration form with your details.
- Get access to course materials and start learning immediately.
Start Your Career in Medical coding Today!
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