# CPMA > Edoxi's 20-hour Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) course in Dubai will help you learn medical auditing, abstract codes and bills for medical claims. ## Course Details - Rating: 4.9/5 (46 reviews) - Location: Dubai, UAE - Category: Exam Preparation - Sub-Category: Healthcare ## Course Introduction The CPMA Course equips you with the skills needed to conduct medical auditing and abstracting of coding and billing for medical claims. Edoxi offers 20-hour Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) training in Dubai. The CPMA course covers healthcare regulations, clinical documentation integrity, and standardised medical auditing methodologies. Enrol and gain skills for job roles in healthcare compliance, clinical auditing, and medical risk management across hospitals, insurance firms, and regulatory institutions. ## Course Overview - Delivery Modes: Online, Classroom - Course Duration: 20 hours - Corporate Days: 4 Days - Learners Enrolled: 500+ - Modules: 6 ## What You’ll Learn from the Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Training in Dubai? **Healthcare Compliance and Regulatory Frameworks** You will gain in-depth knowledge of healthcare laws, CMS guidelines, and payer-specific compliance protocols essential for performing medical audits in clinical and administrative settings. **Clinical Documentation and Coding Integrity** You will learn to critically analyse patient records, identify documentation gaps, and ensure alignment between clinical notes, diagnosis codes, and billing practices. **Audit Methodologies and Compliance Strategies** You will develop proficiency in prospective, retrospective, and random audit techniques. Apply structured audit workflows to detect inconsistencies and reduce regulatory exposure. **Healthcare Fraud Detection and Billing Accuracy** You will identify patterns of improper billing, upcoding, and downcoding. Implement internal controls to reduce fraud risks and improve audit outcomes. **Regulatory Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning** You will conduct structured risk analysis in healthcare documentation. Design mitigation strategies that address audit findings and strengthen organisational compliance. **Revenue Cycle Optimisation through Auditing** You will understand the auditor’s role in revenue cycle performance. Apply denial management, claims reconciliation, and appeals optimisation to protect reimbursement accuracy. ## About This Course ## About Our CPMA Course in Dubai The CPMA Course in Dubai will help you become a Certified Professional Medical Auditor. Edoxi offers a 20-hour CPMA course in Dubai, tailored for healthcare professionals pursuing expertise in clinical auditing, regulatory compliance, and documentation validation. You will develop key competencies in coding audit execution, clinical documentation integrity, and fraud risk mitigation, boosting your professional credibility in the healthcare compliance field. The course structure includes 6 modules that cover various aspects of medical auditing, including types of audits, compliance, medical documentation, fraud, abuse, and penalties, audit scope, statistical sampling methods, and medical record standards. You will learn healthcare regulatory standards, coding compliance audits, and audit readiness strategies essential for today’s evolving healthcare reimbursement environment.  Edoxi’s CPMA Course includes hands-on practicals through case-based simulations and audit exercises that reflect real-world compliance challenges and payer requirements. You will receive practical training using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS to conduct code validation, identify discrepancies, and support accurate claims processing. This CPMA certification course prepares you for advanced roles in audit compliance, healthcare fraud detection, and risk assessment across hospitals, insurers, and regulatory institutions.  Additionally, the CPMA training program prepares candidates for the CPMA certification exam, governed by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), a globally recognised authority in healthcare compliance credentialing.  CPMA Exam Details Exam Criteria Details Exam Code CPMA Exam Name Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Exam Duration 4 Hours Number of Questions 100, Multiple Choice Passing Score 70% Fees $530 for 2 attempts Certification Validity 3 Years Membership Renewal Renewal required every 3 years through continuing education credit (CEUs) points. Exam Administration Authority AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) Read More ## Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Course Features **Clinical Audit Simulation Exercises** Engage in high-fidelity audit simulations that replicate real-world healthcare compliance scenarios, enhancing proficiency in clinical documentation review and medical coding audit execution. **Regulatory Compliance Documentation Suite** Access a comprehensive toolkit featuring coding manuals, payer-specific audit guidelines, OIG regulations, and sample audit reports for professional reference and ongoing compliance readiness. **Peer-to-Peer Compliance Analysis Workshops** You will participate in collaborative workshops that explore complex audit cases, fostering knowledge-sharing and deeper understanding of healthcare compliance protocols and regulatory enforcement trends. **Healthcare Fraud Analytics Training** You will develop skills to detect billing anomalies, upcoding patterns, and documentation manipulation using real medical records and audit techniques aligned with fraud prevention strategies. **Multi-Speciality Coding Validation Labs** You will practise auditing medical charts across various specialities using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes to verify coding integrity and ensure reimbursement accuracy. **Proactive Risk Assessment Framework Development** You will learn to build and implement enterprise-level risk assessment models that identify compliance gaps, support internal audit planning, and mitigate regulatory exposure. ## Who Can Join the Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Course in Dubai? **Healthcare Operations and Compliance Administrators** Administrative professionals in hospitals or clinics aiming to enhance their skills. **Certified Medical Coders and Billing Specialists** Ideal for coding and billing experts looking to advance into auditing roles. **Regulatory Compliance and Audit Officers** Compliance professionals responsible for internal audits, risk analysis, and adherence to CMS, HIPAA, and payer-specific regulatory requirements. **Healthcare Risk and Quality Management Professionals** Risk managers who need to identify audit-related vulnerabilities, evaluate documentation risks, and implement mitigation strategies **Insurance Claims and Reimbursement Analysts** Professionals managing medical claims who seek to audit for claim integrity, detect billing discrepancies, and ensure payer compliance. **Clinicians and Practice Leaders Seeking Compliance Roles** Recommended for nurses, practice managers, and healthcare leaders aiming to transition into audit-focused roles in clinical documentation and regulatory oversight. ## CPMA Course Modules ### Module 1: Compliance and Regulatory Guidelines **Chapter 1.1: Federal Regulations** - Lesson 1.1.1: Overview of Key Federal Regulations in Healthcare **Chapter 1.2: Office of Inspector General (OIG)** - Lesson 1.2.1: Role and Responsibilities of the OIG **Chapter 1.3: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)** - Lesson 1.3.1: CMS Guidelines and Compliance Standards ### Module 2: Medical Record Standards and Documentation Guidelines **Chapter 2.1: Introduction to Medical Records** - Lesson 2.1.1: Purpose and Importance of Medical Documentation **Chapter 2.2: HIPAA Regulations** - Lesson 2.2.1: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Overview **Chapter 2.3: Structure of Medical Records** - Lesson 2.3.1: Understanding the Medical Record - Lesson 2.3.2: Medical Record Components ### Module 3: Coding and Reimbursement **Chapter 3.1: Introduction to Coding** - Lesson 3.1.1: Basics of Medical Coding and Reimbursement **Chapter 3.2: CPT Coding Concepts** - Lesson 3.2.1: Overview of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) **Chapter 3.3: Audit Tips** - Lesson 3.1.1: Audit Tips for Specific Services **Chapter 3.4: Service Categories** - Lesson 3.4.1: Categories and Subcategories of Service **Chapter 3.5: E/M Services** - Lesson 3.5.1: Evaluation and Management (E/M) Services Guidelines **Chapter 3.6: Use of Modifiers** - Lesson 3.6.1: Understanding Coding Modifiers **Chapter 3.7: Medical Necessity** - Lesson 3.7.1: Defining and Documenting Medical Necessity **Chapter 3.8: Teaching Physician Guidelines** - Lesson 3.8.1: Rules for Teaching Physician Involvement **Chapter 3.9: Shared/Split Services** - Lesson 3.9.1: Guidelines for Shared and Split Services ### Module 4: Medical Auditing **Chapter 4.1: The Audit Process** - Lesson 4.1.1: Steps in the Medical Audit Process ### Module 4.5: Risk Analysis and Communication **Chapter 4.1: Introduction to Risk Analysis** - Lesson 4.1.1: Purpose and Importance of Risk Analysis in Auditing **Chapter 4.2: Validation and Analysis** - Lesson 4.2.1: Validation of Audit Results - Lesson 4.2.2: Analysis and Reporting of Audit Findings **Chapter 4.3: Communication and Reporting** - Lesson 4.3.1: Communicating Audit Results Effectively **Chapter 4.4: Special Audit Types** - Lesson 4.4.1: Voluntary Re-Payment Audits - Lesson 4.4.2: Self-Disclosure Audits **Chapter 4.5: Action Planning** - Lesson 4.5.1: Developing Corrective Action Plans ### Module 6: Exercises & Assessment **Chapter 6.1: Case Studies and Practical Application** - Lesson 6.1.1: Application of Audit Skills through Case Studies **Chapter 6.2: Practice Exams** - Lesson 6.2.1: Practice Questions and Mock Exams for Readiness ## Hands-On Lab Activities **Coding Integrity and Medical Documentation Audit** Conduct a full-scope audit of clinical records to assess documentation completeness, validate diagnostic and procedural code accuracy, and evaluate medical necessity using standardised audit protocols. **Organisational Compliance Risk Profiling** Develop a comprehensive compliance risk assessment model for a healthcare organisation. Identify high-risk operational areas and propose mitigation strategies to support regulatory audit readiness. **Healthcare Fraud Analytics and Billing Integrity Review** Analyse billing data sets to detect fraudulent trends, such as upcoding, unbundling, and medically unnecessary services, using specialised audit tools and fraud detection methodologies. **E/M Level Validation and CPT Code Accuracy** Review complex outpatient encounters to verify Evaluation and Management level selection, ensure documentation compliance, and apply time-based coding principles under current CPT guidelines. **Interdepartmental Healthcare Compliance Audit** Execute a structured audit across hospital departments, including emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care. Identify non-compliance issues using interdisciplinary audit workflows and regulatory benchmarks. ## CPMA Course Outcome and Career Opportunities in Dubai The Certified Professional Medical Auditor course establishes a solid foundation in regulatory compliance auditing, healthcare documentation accuracy, and reimbursement integrity across clinical and administrative environments. Here are a few outcomes that you can expect after completing Edoxi’s CPMA Course in Dubai; - You will boost your career in audit-driven compliance, financial risk mitigation, and clinical coding validation - You will qualify for roles in hospitals, payer organisations, and regulatory bodies. - You will gain hands-on experience through mock audits and real-world scenarios. - You will strengthen your knowledge of healthcare documentation and billing accuracy. - You will improve your ability to detect and prevent coding and billing errors. - You will understand regulatory standards to support reimbursement integrity. ## Job Roles After Completing the CPMA Course in Dubai Medical Audit Assistant, Junior Medical Coder, Certified Medical Auditor, Compliance Analyst, Healthcare Compliance Officer, Risk Management Director ## Companies Hiring CPMA Professionals in Dubai NMC Healthcare, Mediclinic, Saudi German Hospital, TPA (Third-Party Administrators), Daman Health Insurance, Oman Insurance, Wise Choice Human Resources Consultancy, Swift Audit, KPMG Healthcare Advisory ## CPMA Training Options **Classroom Training** - 20-hour CPMA training in Dubai - Collaborative Learning Environment - Direct Instructor Feedback - Hands-On Compliance Workshops - Real-Time Case Study Analysis **Live Online Training** - 20-hour online CPMA training in Dubai - Flexible Scheduling Options - Interactive Virtual Classrooms - Digital Reference Materials - Recorded Sessions for Review **Corporate Training** - Customised Training Modules - Organisation-Specific Case Studies - Group Learning Discounts - Training delivered at a selected hotel, Client premises or Edoxi - Post-Training Support System ## How to Get CPMA Certified? Here’s a four-step guide to becoming a certified CPMA professional. 1. Enrol in Edoxi’s CPMA Course in Dubai 2. Get CPMA training from industry experts 3. Apply and attend the CPMA exam 4. Ace the exam and become a Certified Professional Medical Auditor ## Why Choose Edoxi Training Institute for CPMA Training in Dubai? Here are a few reasons why you should choose Edoxi for CPMA Training in Dubai; **Expert-Led Instruction by Certified Audit Professionals** Our CPMA course is delivered by credentialed instructors with clinical audit expertise and healthcare compliance experience across UAE hospitals, payer systems, and international regulatory environments. **Regulatory Case Simulations with Localised Relevance** Training modules feature real-world audit scenarios from Dubai-based healthcare systems, helping participants identify documentation gaps, code assignment errors, and compliance vulnerabilities. **Collaborative Audit Workshops and Applied Learning** Engage in interactive compliance workshops, peer-to-peer case reviews, and guided mock audits that reinforce core auditing techniques and regulatory framework interpretation. **Curriculum with UAE Compliance Integration** The course aligns with AAPC CPMA exam standards while incorporating UAE-specific audit regulations, including DHA and MOH guidelines for regional audit readiness. **CPMA Exam Preparation** The training program is structured to thoroughly prepare you for the CPMA certification exam, offering in-depth review sessions, exam-style practice questions, and tips to boost your test-taking confidence and performance. **Extended Post-Certification Mentorship and Support** You will receive three months of post-course access to exam prep materials, audit tools, compliance updates, and instructor guidance for practical application in healthcare settings. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What is the CPMA certification, and how does it benefit my career?** A: The Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) certification validates your expertise in medical auditing and healthcare compliance. This credential enhances your career prospects, increases earning potential, and establishes your credibility in healthcare risk management and compliance roles. **Q: What are the prerequisites needed to enrol in the CPMA course in Dubai?** A: While a basic understanding of medical coding, healthcare regulations, and billing processes is recommended, our course is designed to accommodate professionals at various experience levels. Healthcare administrative experience or a medical coding background provides a helpful foundation. **Q: How is the CPMA course delivered, and what is the time commitment?** A: The CPMA course in Dubai is available in both classroom and online formats, with a total duration of 20 hours. We offer flexible scheduling options, including weekday and weekend batches to accommodate working professionals' schedules. **Q: What types of practical training are included in the CPMA program?** A: The program includes extensive hands-on components such as mock audits, case studies based on real medical records, compliance risk assessments, and fraud detection exercises using actual coding systems like ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS. **Q: What are the career paths and average Salary for CPMA Roles in Dubai?** A: Here are a few job roles and average salaries you can expect after the CPMA Course in Dubai;   Role Level Job Title Average Monthly Salary (AED) Entry-Level Medical Audit Assistant 3,000 – 5,000   Junior Medical Coder 3,500 – 5,500 Mid-Level Certified Medical Auditor 10,000 – 15,000   Compliance Analyst 8,000 – 12,000 Senior-Level Healthcare Compliance Officer 15,000 – 20,000   Risk Management Director 20,000 – 25,000 ## Trainer - Name: Dr. Shivani Khasnis - Designation: CPMA Trainer Dr. Shivani Khasnis is an accomplished CPMA, CPC, and DRG trainer at Edoxi Training Institute, with over 15 years of industry experience spanning Pharmacovigilance, Clinical Research, and Medical Coding. Her expertise lies in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, alongside a strong command of HIPAA and regulatory guidelines. She possesses a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Research from the UK and certifications including CPMA (AAPC, USA) and CPC (Skyline Training Institute, Dubai). Dr. Shivani is known for her clarity in instruction, up-to-date domain knowledge, and ability to train medical professionals in both technical and regulatory aspects of coding. She has delivered specialised training for major healthcare and insurance organisations such as Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC), covering DRG coding, inpatient prospective payment systems (IPPS), and exam-focused medical coding programs. Her professional journey also includes key roles at Tata Consultancy Services and Crest Pre-media Solutions, further strengthening her industry knowledge. ## Enrol in This Course - Course URL: https://www.edoxi.com/dubai/cpma-course - Phone: +971 43801666 - Email: info@edoxi.com