Medical procedure classification in Canada--where are we going?

Area of Science:

• Health Informatics
• Medical Classification Systems

Background:

• Canada has a long history of using combined disease and medical procedure classifications.
• The upcoming International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) necessitates an update to existing systems.

Purpose of the Study:

• To revise the Canadian Classification of Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Surgical Procedures (CCP) for broader healthcare application.
• To prepare for the introduction of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10).

Main Methods:

• Consultation processes with stakeholders.
• Review of current healthcare delivery changes.
• Planning the structure and scope of the revised classification.

Main Results:

• Initial results from stakeholder consultations are presented.
• The planned structure and scope of the revised CCP are outlined.
• Progress and future directions of the revision project are described.

Conclusions:

• The revised CCP aims for wider applicability in healthcare.
• Collaboration with classification users is crucial for successful implementation.
• The project is progressing towards a more comprehensive procedural classification system.