Intermediate Training in ICD-10 Coding

This course is aimed at Clinical Coders and Case Managers; those seeking a career in Clinical Coding or Case Management.

The course consists of three days of lectures and a 6-week distance learning assignment.

Entry requirements: Completion of Basic Training in ICD-10 Coding or Equivalent Course or Competency Test

Course fee is R 9 000

Course Content: 

Coding rules and conventions pertaining to:

• Multiple/combination coding
• ICD-10 General Coding Guidelines: Minor versus more significant conditions
• Uncertain/query diagnosis
• Post procedural disorders and complications

Coding of

• HIV and AIDS related conditions
• Neoplasms and neoplasm coding guidelines
• Connective tissue and musculoskeletal
• Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Puerperium
• Neonatal period
• Injuries / poisoning
• External causes of injury

• Use of the South African Morbidity Coding Standards
• Practical applications

A Certificate of Completion will be issued to participants on successful completion of the course.

For more information or to register email ce.administration@uct.ac.za. Group bookings of a minimum of 12 participants can be arranged on request. 

Only participants registered for the course will be eligible to attend.