Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM

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  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    10h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

The Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM course provides a clear and practical introduction to one of the most essential systems used in modern healthcare documentation and data management. Clinical coding plays a vital role in recording diagnoses, supporting patient care, ensuring compliance, and enabling accurate healthcare reporting across hospitals, clinics, and insurance systems.

This course focuses on the structure, conventions, and application of ICD-10-CM codes used to classify diseases, symptoms, injuries, and medical conditions. Learners will gain an understanding of coding guidelines, chapter-specific rules, and how to interpret clinical documentation accurately. The course also explores common coding scenarios, ethical coding practices, and the importance of precision in healthcare records.

Designed for beginners and career changers, this online ICD-10-CM training builds foundational knowledge that supports roles in clinical coding, health information management, medical administration, and healthcare data analysis. By the end of the course, learners will feel confident navigating ICD-10-CM manuals, applying codes correctly, and understanding how clinical coding supports patient outcomes, billing accuracy, and healthcare compliance.

Flexible and fully online, this CPD-accredited course allows learners to study at their own pace while developing in-demand skills that enhance employability within the healthcare sector.

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About this course

Understand the structure and purpose of ICD-10-CM
Apply coding guidelines accurately and consistently
Interpret clinical documentation for correct code selection
Identify common diagnosis coding scenarios
Recognise ethical and compliance standards in clinical coding
Improve accuracy in healthcare data recording
Build foundational skills for healthcare administration roles

The Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM course is ideal for individuals seeking to build or strengthen their knowledge of healthcare coding systems. It is well suited to aspiring clinical coders, medical administrators, healthcare assistants, and those working in health information or medical records roles. The course is also valuable for professionals in healthcare support services who wish to better understand diagnosis coding and documentation processes.

Career changers looking to enter the healthcare sector will benefit from the course’s clear explanations and structured approach, while existing healthcare workers can use it to refresh or expand their coding knowledge. It is equally suitable for learners interested in healthcare data, compliance, or medical billing support roles.

No prior coding experience is required, making the course accessible to beginners. The flexible online format allows learners to balance study with work or personal commitments while developing skills that support career progression within healthcare environments.

There are no formal entry requirements for the Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM course, making it accessible to a wide range of learners. The course is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who have an interest in healthcare, medical administration, or clinical documentation.

A good standard of English is recommended to understand medical terminology and course materials effectively. Basic numeracy skills are beneficial for working with healthcare data, and general IT skills will help learners navigate the online learning platform with confidence. No previous clinical coding experience is required.

Upon successful completion of the Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course stands out for its flexible, self-paced online learning structure, allowing learners to study anytime and from anywhere. The modules are expertly designed to simplify complex ICD-10-CM concepts, making them accessible to beginners while remaining relevant for professional development.

The course focuses on practical, career-focused knowledge that supports real-world healthcare environments and enhances CVs with recognised clinical coding skills. Clear explanations, structured content, and industry-relevant examples ensure learners gain confidence in applying ICD-10-CM codes accurately. As a CPD-accredited course, it provides professional value for those seeking continuous development within healthcare and medical administration roles.

The Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM course is designed to be beginner-friendly and accessible. It starts with the fundamentals of clinical coding before gradually introducing ICD-10-CM structure, guidelines, and applications. Clear explanations and structured modules ensure learners with no prior coding experience can follow the content confidently while building knowledge step by step.

Clinical coding skills are highly valued across healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and medical administration teams. Completing this course helps strengthen your CV, demonstrates CPD commitment, and supports progression into roles such as clinical coding assistant, healthcare administrator, or health information support. It also enhances understanding of healthcare documentation and compliance.

This course is delivered entirely online through a flexible learning platform. Learners can access materials at any time and study at their own pace. Progress can be paused and resumed as needed, making it suitable for those balancing work, education, or personal commitments. All content is available remotely without fixed schedules.

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Subjects

  • Health Management
  • Compliance
  • Care Management
  • Accredited
  • Clinical coding
  • Clinical management
  • Clinical Data management
  • Medical
  • Systems
  • Healthcare
  • Patient Care
  • Medical training

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Course programme

Clinical Coding: ICD-10-CM provides a clear understanding of medical coding standards used in healthcare settings. The course covers diagnostic code structure, official guidelines, accurate code selection, documentation requirements, and compliance principles, supporting precise clinical data reporting and effective healthcare administration.

Course Curriculum

  • Medical coding Introduction
  • Conventions for the ICD-10-CM
  • General Coding Guidelines
  • Chapter Specific Coding Guidelines Introduction
  • Chapter 1: Certain Infectious and Parasitic Diseases (A00-B99)
  • Chapter 2: Neoplasms (C00-D49)
  • Chapter 3: Endocrine, Nutritional, and Metabolic Diseases (E00-E89)
  • Chapter 4: Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01 – F99)
  • Chapter 5: Diseases of the Nervous System (G00-G99)
  • Chapter 6: Diseases of the Eye and Adnexa (H00-H59)
  • Chapter 7: Diseases of the Circulatory System (I00-I99)
  • Chapter 8: Diseases of the Respiratory System (J00-J99)
  • Chapter 9: Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (L00-L99)
  • Chapter 10: Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System & Connective Tissue (M00-M99)
  • Chapter 11: Diseases of Genitourinary System (N00-N99)
  • Chapter 12: Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Puerperium (O00-O9A)
  • Chapter 13: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (P00-P96)
  • Chapter 14: Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormal(Q00-Q99)
  • Chapter 15: Symptoms, signs, & abnormal clinical & laboratory findings (R00-R99)
  • Chapter 16: Injury, poisoning, certain consequences of external causes (S00-T88)

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Clinical Coding : ICD-10-CM

Special Emagister price

£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.