MEDICAL CODING COURSE FEES IN DUBAI, ABU DHABI, SHARJAH - UAE

Medical coding courses in the UAE range from AED 1,500 for basic certifications to AED 5,000 for a 60-week Certified Professional Coder (CPC) course. These prices are based on real course fees provided by Medical Coding institutes that have listed their courses on Coursetakers UAE. Institutes submit their pricing directly through their official profiles, ensuring accurate and up-to-date fee information.

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A clinical coder (also called a medical coder, clinical coding officer, diagnostic coder, or nosologist) is a health information professional responsible for analyzing medical records and assigning standardized codes using a recognized classification system. These codes are essential for insurance claims, medical billing, and healthcare data management.Medical coding is the process of translating healthcare diagnoses, procedures, and medical services into standardized codes (ICD, CPT, HCPCS) for billing and insurance purposes.

Here is a table of all the types of Medical Coding courses available in the UAE, and the eligibility requirements sorted by lowest requirements to highest requirements.

Yes, medical coders are in high demand in the UAE due to the country’s growing healthcare industry and the mandatory use of coding in medical billing and insurance claims. With an estimated 5300 healthcare facilities in UAE, and recent law of 2025 making Health Insurance mandatory for every resident of UAE, the demand for medical coders in the UAE is projected to grow even rapidly in 2025. Check out all the available Medical Coding jobs in UAE to understand what industry expectations are there in the UAE job market for Medical Coders.

Entry-level medical coders in Dubai earn between AED 5,000 – AED 8,000 per month, while experienced coders with CPC certification can earn AED 10,000+ per month.

Based on our analysis of LinkedIn job postings, most medical coding jobs in the UAE require candidates to meet the following criteria:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Allied Health Sciences, IT, or any relevant field
• Diploma or any graduation (BCA, MCA, BSc IT, MSc IT, B.Tech, M.Tech)
• High school diploma with additional training in medical billing (preferred)

Certifications:

• Required: CPC (Certified Professional Coder) from AAPC or AHIMA
• Preferred: Certified Coding Associate (CCA) from AHIMA or CIP (Cigma Internship Program)

Experience:

• Entry-level: No experience required for fresh graduates with certification
• Mid-level: 2-3 years of coding experience in hospitals or healthcare settings in the UAE

Skills & Other Requirements:

• Computer literacy
• Strong communication skills in English (oral and written)
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment

These qualifications and skills are commonly listed in medical coding job descriptions across hospitals, clinics, and medical coding companies in the UAE.

Yes, several institutes in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah offer online medical coding courses with flexible schedules and certification preparation.

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – Most recognized certification by AAPC.
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) – For inpatient hospital coding.
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) – Specialized for outpatient services.
• AHIMA Certifications (CCA, CCS) – Globally accepted credentials.

• Basic Medical Coding Certificate – 2 to 3 months
• CPC Certification Preparation – 3 to 6 months
• Diploma in Medical Coding & Billing – 6 to 12 months

Yes, UAE-based institutes like AAPC-approved training centers often provide job assistance. Medical coders are in demand in hospitals, insurance companies, and medical billing firms.