Medical Coding Course by Meera Chandra Babu

This comprehensive Medical Coding course is designed to give learners a strong foundation in healthcare revenue cycle management, medical terminology, and industry-standard coding systems including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II.

The course combines concept clarity, real-time coding scenarios, case studies, and practice tests, making it ideal for beginners as well as those preparing for entry-level medical coding roles.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the healthcare revenue cycle process

• Read and interpret medical terminology and documentation

• Accurately code diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS

• Apply coding guidelines, modifiers, and compliance rules

• Gain confidence through real-time coding scenarios and audits

What Student Will Learn

Module 1: Introduction to Medical Coding & Healthcare Revenue Cycle

• Overview of medical coding and billing

• Role of coders in healthcare

• Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) basics

Module 2: Medical Terminology & Anatomy Basics

• Common medical terms and abbreviations

• Basic human anatomy and physiology

• Body systems relevant to coding

Module 3: ICD-10-CM Coding

• ICD-10-CM structure and conventions

• Coding guidelines and rules

• Case studies and diagnosis coding practice

Module 4: CPT Coding

• CPT code structure and categories

• Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding

• Surgical coding basics

• Modifiers and their correct usage

Module 5: HCPCS Level II Coding

• HCPCS Level II overview

• Supplies, DME, and non-physician services

• Practical examples and scenarios

Module 6: Medical Documentation & Compliance

• Understanding physician documentation

• Compliance standards and ethics

• Avoiding common coding errors

Module 7: Insurance, Billing & Claim Processing

• Types of insurance

• Claim submission workflow

• Denials, rejections, and resubmissions

Module 8: Audit Basics & Coding Accuracy

• Internal and external audits

• Importance of coding accuracy

• Error identification and correction

Module 9: Real-Time Coding Scenarios & Practice Tests

• Live coding examples

• Scenario-based problem solving

• Practice tests for skill evaluation

Who Should Enroll

• Beginners interested in Medical Coding careers

• Students preparing for CPC or entry-level coding roles

• Healthcare graduates and life-science students

• Professionals transitioning into the healthcare domain

Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, learners will:

• Code medical records confidently

• Understand billing and insurance workflows

• Apply coding standards accurately

• Be job-ready for entry-level medical coding positions