Diploma in Medical Coding
The Diploma in Medical Coding equips students with the skills to accurately translate medical records into standardized codes using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS systems—preparing them for careers in hospitals, insurance companies, and healthcare billing.
Overview
The Diploma in Medical Coding is a one-year certification program designed to equip students with the skills needed to work as professional medical coders in hospitals, healthcare organizations, and insurance companies. The curriculum focuses on ICD-10-CM, CPT®, and HCPCS Level II coding, billing procedures, and operative documentation, preparing students for real-world roles in the medical records and healthcare reimbursement industry.
The program fosters comprehensive understanding and skill development in medical terminology, diagnostic and procedural coding, healthcare documentation, billing practices, and the use of standard coding systems like ICD-10, CPT®, and HCPCS.
Introduction to CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II codes
Official coding guidelines and conventions
Diagnosis and procedure code assignment
Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding
Coding operative and physician reports
Medical terminology and documentation standards
Health records interpretation and auditing basics
Medical billing and compliance framework
Students delve into medical coding from fundamentals to advanced applications—covering medical terminology, disease classification, procedure coding, healthcare documentation, and billing systems—building strong skills for clinical data management and healthcare administration.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 2 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must have passed the 10+2 (Higher Secondary School Certificate) examination in the Science stream with at least 50% marks from a recognized board.
- Duration:
- 1 year
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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