Medical Clinical Coding

Medical Clinical Coding is a hospital or practice administration function that involves translating written clinical statements into coded data. A clinical coding specialist will interpret information about an aspect of patient care and assign standardised codes using a classification system. These codes can be used for several purposes without risking the patient’s privacy or confidentiality. 

There are significant benefits to using clinical coding systems; for instance, transforming recorded patient encounters into standard codes means they can also be used for statistical purposes. It allows for better data management and reporting and more accurate billing. Clinical coding also helps to ensure that patients receive the correct treatment and that claims are paid accurately.