Foundation for Professional Development
ICD-10 Coding for Healthcare Professionals
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Short course
Course type
13 hrs
Study time
Online
Mode of learning
13 CPD points
13 Clinical
(70% average required)
(70% average required)
Course Overview
The ICD-10 Coding for Healthcare Professionals Short Course aims to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to proficiently navigate and apply the ICD-10 coding system. As healthcare evolves to meet the needs of an increasingly complex patient population, accurate and standardised coding practices become indispensable. By mastering ICD-10 coding, healthcare professionals contribute to improved patient care through precise diagnosis documentation, streamlined communication among healthcare providers, and enhanced data analysis for healthcare planning and resource allocation. Moreover, proficiency in ICD-10 coding ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and supports efficient reimbursement processes, ultimately enhancing the quality, safety, and effectiveness of healthcare delivery in South Africa. You will be assessed through short modular quizzes, and successful completion results in the awarding of a certificate of completion from FPD. You can expect to dedicate approximately 13 hours to immerse yourself in the content and complete the assessment process. Whether you're a novice or an experienced practitioner, this course is tailored to elevate your expertise in ICD-10 Coding.
Who Is This Course For?
South African medical professionals, healthcare administrators, practice managers, and healthcare managers
Required Qualification
Undergraduate Degree
Course Level
Beginner
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Why choose this course?
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- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of ICD-10 Coding.
- Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
- Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.
About the Academic Institution
Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.
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Course developer
A Business and Systems Analyst in the private healthcare industry with extensive experience as a clinical coding data specialist and business process and technology consultant. Key skills include: understanding, documenting and prioritising complex business requirements; re-engineering business processes; designing user interfaces to achieve operational effectiveness; engaging with stakeholders and managing work streams to develop optimal solutions; and aligning strategic and tactical solutions to best deliver on time, to budget and to specification throughout the SDLC.
Specialties: System analysis, Business analysis, system data and data usage audit, business process architecture and engineering, Visio, blueprinting, functional software design, EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Messaging, technical writer.
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Student Testimonials
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
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