Medical Coding FAQ?
Medical coders convert the diagnoses, procedures, and diagnostic tests into universal medical codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS manuals. There is a code for every disease under the sun, which is covered in the ICD-10-CM. CPT and HCPCS take care of the procedures and diagnostic codes.randomised words which don't look even slightly believable.
With a degree or diploma in life science, you need to undergo formal medical coding training. Then you need to clear an industry-recognized certification like Certified professional coder (CPC) from AAPC to be eligible to become a medical coder.
Demand for Medical Coders is growing at a rapid pace simply because the rate of growth of the healthcare industry is always more than most other industries. In UAE and around the globe, medical coding jobs are expected to grow by 15% according to a conservative estimate by analysts.
You will save time and money on your commute. You can do it from the comfort of your home.
In UAE, you can work for hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies. You can also work for IT companies dealing with healthcare projects.
You will learn how the human body works, master human anatomy, learn medical terminologies and how to pronounce them. You will learn about various diagnosis codes in ICD-10-CM and procedure codes in CPT. You will also learn the skills to analyse a medical report effectively and assign appropriate codes.
Course Duration
CPC: 80 hours (50 hours tutorials and 30 hours Mock)
CPMA: 60 hours (40 hours tutorials and 20 hours mock)
Basic medical coding: 50 hours
CPC Review class: 20 hours
CPMA Review class: 20 hours
