Is computer-assisted coding ready for inpatient use? Early indications are that it can improve productivity without sacrificing accuracy.
More hospitals are taking a serious look at computer-assisted coding (CAC). While CAC still requires human input, the latest technology--natural language processing that extracts code-related terms from electronic text--has helped boost productivity Both Eastern Maine Medical Center and Massachusetts General have documented shorter turnaround times in their coding tasks.
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