Diploma in Medical Record Technology (DMRT) – Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Medical Record Technology

• Introduction to Medical Record Department (MRD)

• Role and Responsibilities of Medical Record Technician

• Ethics and Professional Conduct

• Importance of Medical Records in Healthcare

Module 2: Human Anatomy & Physiology

• Basics of Human Anatomy

• Structure and Functions of Human Body Systems

• Medical Terminology

• Common Diseases and Disorders

Module 3: Medical Record Management

• Types of Medical Records

• Patient Registration System

• Medical Record Filing Methods

• Record Retrieval and Storage System

Module 4: Hospital Administration & Documentation

• Hospital Departments and Functions

• Patient Admission and Discharge Procedures

• Documentation and Record Maintenance

• Appointment and Billing Records

Module 5: Health Information System

• Introduction to Health Information Management (HIM)

• Electronic Health Records (EHR)

• Digital Record Management

• Data Collection and Data Entry

Module 6: Medical Coding & Classification

• Basics of Medical Coding

• ICD (International Classification of Diseases)

• Disease Classification System

• Diagnostic and Procedural Coding Basics

Module 7: Medical Ethics & Legal Aspects

• Patient Confidentiality

• Legal Importance of Medical Records

• Medical Ethics and Professional Behavior

• Healthcare Laws and Regulations

Module 8: Computer Applications in Medical Records

• Basic Computer Knowledge

• MS Word, Excel and Database Basics

• Hospital Management Software

• Data Security and Backup

Module 9: Communication & Office Management

• Communication Skills in Healthcare

• Office Administration Skills

• Teamwork and Coordination

• Report Preparation and Documentation

Module 10: Practical Training & Assessment

• Practical Training in Medical Record Department

• Record Filing and Retrieval Practice

• Hospital Documentation Practice

• Final Practical and Written Examination