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[Management of case fees and special charges by using the coding system "do it"]
P Schütz1, D Deimel, T Dusberger
1Orthopädische Universitätsklinik Mannheim.
Der Orthopade
|May 18, 1999
Summary
The "do it" coding system simplifies medical coding for German healthcare, requiring no prior knowledge of ICD or ICPM (OPS-301) codes. This user-friendly system integrates seamlessly into routine documentation for improved efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Medical coding systems
- Healthcare informatics
- Health economics
Context:
- German healthcare restructuring legislation introduced ICD-9 and ICPM (OPS-301) for budget assignment.
- The study evaluated the "do it" structured coding system in orthopedics and traumatology.
- 8,664 operative cases were documented over three years.
Purpose:
- To assess the usability and effectiveness of the "do it" coding system.
- To determine if the system simplifies the coding process compared to traditional methods.
- To evaluate the system's integration into routine clinical documentation.
Summary:
- The "do it" system facilitated coding of 11,854 ICD-9/ICD-10 and 20,178 ICPM (OPS-301) codes.
- It identified 2,914 "Fallpauschalen" and/or 3,456 "Sonderentgelte".
- The system demonstrated high user acceptance due to its simplicity and functionality.
Impact:
- The "do it" system eliminates the need for expert ICD or ICPM (OPS-301) knowledge.
- It offers adaptability to specific clinical needs through customizable diagnoses and therapies.
- Seamless integration with medical information systems streamlines documentation processes.