Medical Coding

Course Overview

• Course Title: Medical Coding
• Instructor: Learntoupgrade Online
• Target Audience:
  • Individuals with an interest in healthcare and medical terminology
  • Those with strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Prerequisites: None

Curriculum Highlights

• Key Topics Covered:
  • Introduction to medical coding
  • Navigating code sets: CPT, ICD, HCPCS
  • Medical coding certification exams (AHIMA and AAPC)
  • Employment opportunities in medical coding
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Translating medical reports into shortcodes
  • Organizing and documenting patient conditions and procedures
  • Navigating and using code sets: CPT, ICD, HCPCS
  • Effective communication within healthcare systems
  • Maintaining electronic health records (EHRs)

Course Format

• Duration: 2.5 hours on-demand video
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Resources:
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion