Clinical Records and Confidentiality: Principles in Clinical Coding

Master the art of clinical coding and safeguard patient information with our comprehensive Clinical Records and Confidentiality course. Explore the principles and standards of clinical coding, delve into the intricacies of medical terminology, and gain expertise in using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 coding systems. In addition, equip yourself with the legal and ethical knowledge necessary to navigate the clinical environment with confidentiality and precision.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of clinical coding and its importance in maintaining accurate medical records.
• Gain proficiency in clinical terminology, including jargon commonly used in healthcare settings.
• Master the application of ICD-10 coding, including its general coding standards and specific codes across different chapters.
• Familiarise yourself with the OPCS-4 coding system and its role in clinical classification.
• Explore other types of clinical coding and their relevance in healthcare documentation.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the legal and ethical aspects of working in a clinical environment, exceptionally patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Acquire the skills necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain the highest standards of clinical record-keeping.

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - £4.99

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £9.99

Master the essential principles of maintaining the confidentiality and the art of clinical coding with our comprehensive course on Clinical Records and Confidentiality: Principles in Clinical Coding. This course is designed to provide healthcare professionals and aspiring medical coders with a deep understanding of the intricacies of accurately coding clinical records while upholding confidentiality standards.

The course begins by introducing you to the fundamentals of clinical coding, emphasising its critical role in healthcare management. Next, you will delve into the legal and ethical aspects of maintaining confidentiality in clinical records, ensuring that patient privacy and sensitive medical information are safeguarded.

Develop a solid foundation in clinical terminology and jargon commonly used in medical coding, enabling you to assign codes to diverse medical conditions and diagnoses accurately. Then, explore the widely used ICD-10 coding system, exploring its general coding standards and guidelines. Finally, through comprehensive modules, you will gain proficiency in coding using the ICD-10 5th Edition, covering specific codes across various chapters.

Expand your skill set by exploring other types of clinical coding, including an introduction to the OPCS-4 coding system and SNOMED CT. These different coding systems will provide you with a broader perspective and enhance your versatility in clinical coding.

By the end of this course, you will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in clinical coding, ensuring accuracy in code assignment and adherence to confidentiality principles. So join us today and elevate your career in healthcare administration, medical coding, or related fields.

Certification

Upon completing the course, you can choose to receive a certificate named Clinical Coding - Online Course. Prices for certificates are as follows:

• PDF Certificate: £4.99

Email delivery of printable/shareable PDF certificate.

• UK Students: £9.99

Professionally printed certificate delivered in the UK.

• International Students: £14.99

Professionally printed certificate delivered internationally.

The target audience for the course is:

• Healthcare professionals involved in clinical record-keeping and coding.
• Medical administrators are responsible for maintaining accurate and confidential medical records.
• Individuals seek to pursue a career in medical coding and health information management.
• Health information technology professionals are interested in expanding their knowledge of clinical coding.
• Students or researchers in the healthcare field are eager to enhance their understanding of medical documentation and confidentiality.

This course will help you to pursue range of career paths, such as:

• Clinical Coder: £22,000 - £45,000 per year
• Medical Records Administrator: £18,000 - £30,000 per year
• Health Information Manager: £25,000 - £50,000 per year
• Clinical Coding Auditor: £30,000 - £55,000 per year
• Healthcare Compliance Officer: £25,000 - £45,000 per year
• Data Protection Officer (Healthcare): £35,000 - £60,000 per year

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