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Medical Records Officer MRD Course in Kerala — ICD-10 Coding, NABH MRD, Health Information Management
The Medical Records Department (MRD) is the memory of a hospital — every diagnosis, every procedure, every discharge summary. A trained Medical Records Officer handles ICD-10 coding, discharge summary management, medico-legal documentation, and NABH MRD compliance. At Treneywann TMS Kochi, you train on live Hinall HMS M14 (Medical Records module) — plus ICD-10 coding that can launch an international medical coding career. 100% written placement assurance.
To become a Medical Records Officer (MRD) or Health Information Manager (HIM) in Kerala, complete a Hospital Administration Diploma with dedicated MRD and ICD-10 training. Treneywann Management Studies (TMS), Vyttila, Kochi is the only institute in Kerala that trains you on live Hinall HMS M14 (Medical Records module) — filing discharge summaries, ICD-10 disease coding, medico-legal case documentation, NABH MRD standards, and patient data privacy. The 6-month Diploma (₹45,000) or 1-year PG Diploma (₹75,000) includes 100% written placement assurance and opens paths to international medical coding careers. Next batch: July 7, 2026. Call +91 90379 86219.
A Day in the Life of a Medical Records Officer (MRD)
What happens in the MRD department from morning to evening
Morning (8 AM – 12 PM)
- Collect discharge files from wards for previous day's discharges
- Open Hinall HMS M14 — check pending discharge summaries
- Verify completeness of each file: doctor notes, nursing notes, investigation reports
- Chase incomplete records from doctors — get signatures
- Begin ICD-10 coding for completed discharge files
- File coded records in MRD — physical and digital
Afternoon (12 PM – 5 PM)
- Handle medico-legal requests — police, court summons, insurance disputes
- Issue certified copies of records as per hospital and legal protocols
- Respond to TPA/insurance requests for clinical documents
- Update ICD-10 codes in HMS for insurance billing department
- Maintain the MRD index register — UHID-wise record tracking
- Manage birth and death register — statutory compliance
Evening (5 PM – 8 PM)
- Prepare daily MRD statistics — discharges, coding completion rate
- Run NABH MRD audit checklist — check for deficiencies
- Archive records as per NABH retention schedule
- Respond to patient requests for record copies (RTI / personal requests)
- Update disease index and operation index in HMS
- Compile weekly pending summary report for MRD Manager
Hinall HMS Modules You Train On — M14 Medical Records
Live production MRD software training — only at TMS Kochi in Kerala
Medical Records (MRD) Module
Core module: discharge summary filing, record completeness tracking, ICD-10 code entry, medico-legal register, disease index, operation index, record retrieval workflows.
IPD / Admission Records
Access patient records from admission — admission notes, ward transfers, consultant notes — to verify completeness before filing in MRD.
Insurance & TPA Records
Pull and attach clinical documents for insurance claims — discharge summaries, OT notes, lab reports — directly from the MRD system to TPA module.
Billing — ICD Code Linkage
ICD-10 codes entered in MRD directly feed insurance billing — understand how disease codes impact billing packages and insurance reimbursement.
MIS & Statistics Reports
Disease-wise statistics, department-wise discharge data, coding completion reports — generate the health information reports hospitals need for planning and NABH.
ICD-10 Coding Curriculum
Standalone ICD-10 coding training — disease classification, procedure codes, coding guidelines, and real case-coding exercises. Gateway to international medical coding careers.
Medical Records Officer — Salary Progression
Kerala hospital salaries and international coding career paths
ICD-10 coding skills learned at TMS MRD training can be a stepping stone to a CPC or CCS certification and a career as a Medical Coder in the US, UK, or GCC — with remote work options and salaries of ₹80,000–₹2,50,000/month.
Kerala Hospitals That Hire Medical Records Officers
Every NABH hospital needs a qualified MRD team
NABH-accredited — strong MRD department
MRD, coding, insurance documentation
Large MRD, medico-legal expertise required
Trivandrum — ICD-10 coding team
Teaching hospital — HIM and research records
Active MRD openings for HMS-trained candidates
Calicut — North Kerala MRD openings
JCI hospitals — UAE, Saudi, Qatar; remote coding roles
Why TMS Prepares You Better Than Any Other Institute for MRD Work
Medical records training elsewhere is mostly theory and paper file management. At TMS, you work on a live Hinall HMS production database handling real MRD workflows — the skills hospitals need on day one.
- Live HMS M14 MRD module — not screenshots; you operate the actual discharge summary filing system
- ICD-10 coding practice — code real case scenarios, understand coding guidelines
- NABH MRD standards module — record formats, retention schedules, deficiency tracking
- Medico-legal documentation — police cases, court records, how to handle sensitive requests legally
- Data privacy compliance — patient confidentiality, DISHA Act, record access protocols
- Gateway to coding careers — ICD-10 foundation for CPC/CCS certification and international roles
Eligibility & How to Enrol
Who can join the MRD / HIM track at TMS
Who Should Join
- Any graduate (BA, BSc, BCom, BCA, BBA, BSc Nursing)
- Those interested in health information management
- Anyone interested in medical coding as a career
- Hospital workers in wards wanting to move to MRD
- BMLT / BMRIT / Allied health graduates
Course Options
- 6-Month Diploma — ₹45,000 (EMI available)
- 1-Year PG Diploma — ₹75,000 (EMI available)
- Maya Devi University UGC-approved affiliation
- Full-time / weekend batches
- Next batch: July 7, 2026
Enrolment Steps
- Call or WhatsApp +91 90379 86219
- Free counselling at Vyttila campus
- Submit your academic documents
- Pay registration fee to confirm seat
- HMS M14 lab access from Day 1
FAQs — Medical Records Officer MRD Course Kerala
Common questions about MRD and HIM training at Treneywann TMS
How to become a Medical Records Officer (MRD) in Kerala?
To become a Medical Records Officer (MRD) in Kerala, complete a Hospital Administration Diploma with training on the Medical Records module of a Hospital Management System. Treneywann Management Studies (TMS), Vyttila, Kochi is the only institute in Kerala where you train on live Hinall HMS M14 (Medical Records module) covering ICD-10 coding, discharge summaries, NABH MRD standards, and medico-legal case management. Next batch: July 7, 2026.
What is the salary of a Medical Records Officer in Kerala hospitals?
A fresher MRD Executive in Kerala earns ₹16,000–₹22,000/month. With 2–3 years experience, salaries rise to ₹26,000–₹38,000/month. HIM Managers earn ₹42,000–₹65,000/month. GCC (UAE, Saudi, Qatar) medical records and health information roles pay ₹65,000–₹95,000/month. View fees and EMI →
What is ICD-10 coding and why is it important for MRD officers?
ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) is the global standard for classifying diseases, procedures, and health conditions. MRD Officers assign ICD-10 codes to discharge diagnoses and procedures. This coding is mandatory for insurance billing, NABH accreditation, and national health data reporting. ICD-10 coding skills also open doors to international medical coding careers in the USA, UK, and GCC.
What is NABH MRD standard and who has to follow it?
NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) has specific MRD standards covering patient record formats, retention periods, access control, medico-legal documentation, and discharge summary requirements. All NABH-accredited hospitals must meet these standards. MRD Officers are directly responsible for compliance. Treneywann TMS teaches NABH MRD standards as part of the HMS and quality curriculum. Learn about the full course →
Can a MRD Officer transition into medical coding internationally?
Yes. ICD-10 coding is the foundation of international medical coding careers. MRD Officers trained in ICD-10 at Treneywann TMS can pursue CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certifications and work remotely or internationally in the US, UK, or GCC as medical coders — a high-paying career path that starts from the MRD department. Learn more about HMS training →
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