Medical Coding Mock Test
15 Easy · 20 Medium · 15 Hard questions with a live timer, instant score and full solutions.
- Free, no payment
- Answers explained after submit
- Certificate for 45+ correct
Medical coding is a popular career for pharmacy, life science and nursing graduates in India, with steady demand from US healthcare companies. Coding assessments and CPC-style exams test ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers and official coding guidelines.
This free Medical Coding mock test has 50 MCQs in a computer-based test screen with a 60-minute timer. After you submit, you get your score and every question with the correct answer and explanation, so you can prepare for coding assessments with confidence.
Medical Coding Mock Test: Exam Pattern
The Medical Coding mock test follows the computer-based test (CBT) pattern used in competitive pharmacy exams. Questions are grouped into three sections by difficulty so you can see exactly where you are strong and where you need more revision.
- Real exam screen with a countdown timer, question palette and mark-for-review.
- Answers stay hidden until you submit, just like the actual exam.
- Instant score card with section-wise analysis.
- Every question explained, with separate tabs for correct, incorrect and unattempted questions.
- Questions and options are shuffled on every attempt.
Topics Covered in the Medical Coding Mock Test
- ICD-10-CM: code structure, chapters, placeholder X, 7th characters, Z codes, Excludes1 and Code first notes, NEC and NOS
- ICD-10-PCS: 7-character codes, sections, body systems and root operations
- CPT: Category I, II and III codes, section ranges (E/M, Anesthesia, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology, Medicine)
- Modifiers: 25, 26, 50, 51, 59 and TC and when to use them
- HCPCS, DRG and billing: HCPCS Level II, MS-DRGs, MCC and CC, UB-04 and CMS-1500, NCCI edits, upcoding and unbundling
- Medical terminology and compliance: prefixes and suffixes, HIPAA, CMS, outpatient versus inpatient guidelines
Who Should Take This Medical Coding Test?
- B.Pharm, Pharm.D, B.Sc and nursing graduates exploring medical coding jobs
- Candidates preparing for CPC and other coding certification exams
- Freshers facing medical coding assessments at healthcare BPO and KPO companies
- Working coders who want to revise guidelines and modifiers
Medical Coding Sample Questions with Answers
Here are three sample questions from the Easy section. The full test has 50 questions across Easy, Medium and Hard levels.
Q1. ICD stands for:
- A. Internal Code of Diagnosis
- B. International Classification of Diseases
- C. Indian Clinical Database
- D. International Coding Directory
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Answer: B. International Classification of Diseases
ICD is the WHO classification of diseases and health conditions.
Q2. CPT stands for:
- A. Current Procedural Terminology
- B. Clinical Procedure Table
- C. Coded Procedure Tool
- D. Common Patient Treatment
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Answer: A. Current Procedural Terminology
CPT codes describe medical, surgical and diagnostic services.
Q3. CPT codes are maintained by the:
- A. WHO
- B. American Medical Association
- C. CDC
- D. CMS
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Answer: B. American Medical Association
The AMA owns and updates the CPT code set.
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Get a Free Medical Coding Certificate
Answer at least 45 of 50 questions correctly and you instantly receive a Certificate of Achievement in Medical Coding from Pharma Career Updates. The certificate shows your name, college, qualification and score, and has a unique certificate number with a QR code that anyone can scan to verify it.
- Download it as an image or PDF.
- Add it to the Licenses & certifications section of your LinkedIn profile in one click.
- Attach it to your resume and job applications.
- Challenge your friends to beat your score.
How to Prepare for Medical Coding: 5 Tips
- Memorise the CPT section ranges; several questions in every coding exam depend on them.
- Learn the most used modifiers (25, 26, 50, 51, 59, TC) with one example each.
- Practise the ICD-10-CM 7th character rules for injury codes: A initial, D subsequent, S sequela.
- Know the difference between outpatient and inpatient rules for uncertain diagnoses.
- Retake the test after reading the explanations; coding accuracy improves quickly with repetition.
Medical Coding Mock Test: FAQs
Is the Medical Coding mock test free?
Yes. The test, solutions and certificate are free for everyone.
Is this test helpful for medical coding job interviews and CPC preparation?
Yes. It covers ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, DRGs and coding guidelines asked in coding assessments and CPC-style exams.
What is the pattern of the test?
50 MCQs in Easy, Medium and Hard sections, 60 minutes, 1 mark per question and no negative marking.
Can pharmacy students take the Medical Coding test?
Yes. Pharmacy, life science and nursing graduates are among the most common candidates for medical coding jobs in India.
How do I get the Medical Coding certificate?
Answer at least 45 questions correctly to unlock a downloadable Certificate of Achievement with a QR code for verification.
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50 questions, 60 minutes, instant results and a free certificate for 45+ marks.