Learning Outcomes

The Structure of Medical Terms

Origins of Medical Terms

Understanding Abbreviations, Acronyms & Anatomical Descriptions

Lesson Summary

This module will introduce you to the fundamental principles of medical terminology, focusing on word construction, etymology, and anatomical descriptions. You will learn the skills needed to interpret and use medical terms accurately, understand their Latin and Greek origins, and apply standardised terminology in clinical settings.

Musculoskeletal System

Cardiovascular System

Respiratory System

This module explores the medical terminology associated with three major body systems: musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory. You will learn essential terminology related to bones, joints, muscles, the heart, and lungs and how to apply these terms in relevant medical contexts.

Diagnostic Terminology

Surgical Terminology

Therapeutic Terminology

This module provides you with essential knowledge of diagnostic, surgical, and therapeutic medical terminology. Explore common diagnostic tests and instruments, surgical procedures and related care, and terminology associated with medications and therapies.

General Disease Terminology

Infection and Inflammation Terminology

Cancer Terminology

This module introduces you to the terminology related to general diseases, infections, inflammation, and cancer. You will learn the differences between acute and chronic diseases and understand the terminology surrounding infections and the body’s inflammatory response. Gain insight into tumour classification, cancer staging, treatment, and more.

Medical Specialist Terms

Nursing, Allied Health and Emergency Medicine Terms

Understanding Complex Medical Terms

Applying Medical Terminology in Real-Life Scenarios

This module explores specialised medical terminology across various healthcare disciplines and clinical settings. You will learn terminology specific to different medical specialities, nursing, allied health, and emergency medicine and more.

Essential Medical Terminology - Assessment

This free online course gives you vital medical vocabulary for effective healthcare communication and comprehension.

Essential Medical Terminology

Ready to understand medical language like a pro? This course builds essential vocabulary, covering word structure, body systems, diagnoses, and specialty terms. It is perfect for clear communication and effective patient care, with practical, real-world applications that boost confidence in any healthcare setting. This course has been reviewed and approved by Oliver Smith, a qualified medical writer with aBMBS and BMedSci credentials. Enrol now!

Overview of Medical Coding and Billing

Accurate Coding and Billing

Terminology, Concepts and the Coding System

This module provides an overview of medical coding and billing and the importance of accurate coding and billing. It then gives a brief synopsis of key terminology and concepts and introduces the coding systems.

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

Vital Networks in the Body

Intricacies of the Human Body's Systems

This module outlines some key anatomy and physiology terms and conditions that are imperative for coders and billers to know and understand to make their ability to work in this field effortlessly.

Common Medical Terms and Abbreviations

Medical Reports and Documentation

Pharmacokinetics and Toxicology

This module discusses the common medical terms and abbreviations that are essential for medical coding and billing. You will learn the importance of medical reports and documentation and the relevance of pharmacokinetics and toxicology.

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Structure and Guidelines

Evaluation and Management (E&M) Coding

CPT Category II and III Coding

This module explains the use of CPT coding and its various categories. CPT codes are used in the US. AMA, the American Medical Association, owns the rights to the CPT coding system and has filed CPT as a trademark.

Introduction to Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System

HCPCS Structure and Guidelines

Coding for DME and Unlisted Codes

This module looks at the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System, commonly known as HCPCS or 'hicks-picks.' This coding system was also developed in the US for the same reason the CPT codes were designed; for reporting medical procedures and services.

Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing - Assessment 1

In this module you will find questions relating to the content in the initial section of the course. These will help you review the material you have learnt thus far.

Introduction to ICD, 10th Revision (ICD-10)

ICD-10 Code Structure

ICD-10 Code Guidelines

In this module you will be introduced to the ICD-10 codes which are widely used in the USA. You will also explore the ICD-11 codes which are for international use.

Overview of Reimbursement Methodologies

Understanding Reimbursement Systems

Reimbursement Rules and Regulations

In this module you will learn about different reimbursement methodologies and billing systems, starting with fee-for-service systems which emphasise quantity of care, and managed care contracts where the focus is quality of care. We will explore healthcare provision in schemes like Medicare and Medicaid in the USA, along with rules and regulations.

Introduction to Medical Billing

Claim forms for Institutional Billers (837I /CMS-1450/ UB-04)

Claim forms for Professional Medical Billers (CMS 1500)

Itemised Bills, Managed Care Claims and Denial of Claims

Master the fundamentals of filling the mostly widely used forms for medical insurance claims. You will learn which common errors to avoid, how to process claims in a timely manner and become familiar with the layout of forms used by medical billers in institutions and those in independent practices.

Importance of Compliance in Coding and Billing

Healthcare Fraud and Abuse Laws

Ethics in Medical Coding and Billing

Auditing and Monitoring for Compliance

This module describes the core issues in achieving compliance with laws like America's False Claims Act, HIPAA and the Stark Law, which aim to prevent fraud and protect patient confidentiality.  We will discuss situations where medical billers and coders may feel pressure to miscode and the importance of monitoring and audits for compliance.

Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing - Assessment 2

In this module you will find questions relating to the content in the second section of the course. These will help you review the material you have learnt thus far.

Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing - Final Course Assessment

Learn how medical assistants handle healthcare coding and billing in this free online medical administration course.

Diploma in Medical Coding and Billing

There are many facets to medical coding and billing. This medical administration course discusses the role of medical assistants and support staff who handle healthcare administration. We discuss the importance of obtaining appropriate codes to ensure that insurance companies accurately and ethically reimburse all parties involved in the healthcare process. We explore medical terminology and various coding systems and medical claims processes.