Build job-ready skills for entry-level medical coding roles and begin preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC)® certification. This beginner-level course introduces the essential knowledge and analytical skills required to interpret clinical documentation and translate healthcare services and diagnoses into standardized medical codes.

You will develop a strong foundation in medical terminology, basic human anatomy, and common disease processes, enabling you to understand how clinical information is documented in outpatient healthcare settings. The course explores the structure of medical records, including physician notes and reports, and explains how accurate documentation supports coding and revenue cycle management. You are introduced to the three primary outpatient coding systems—CPT®, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS Level II—and learn how these code sets are used to represent clinical services and diagnoses. A key focus is applying the ICD-10-CM 10-Step coding process to accurately locate, verify, and assign diagnosis codes. Through videos, readings, interactive exercises, and hands-on practice, this course helps you build confidence in recognizing coding-relevant details and prepares you for advanced medical coding coursework.