Classification Commune des Actes Médicaux
Classification Commune des Actes Médicaux (CCAM) is a system used in France to classify medical procedures. It was introduced in 2005 by the French Ministry of Health to standardize the coding and billing of medical procedures across the country. The CCAM is updated regularly to reflect changes in medical practice and technology.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The CCAM is a hierarchical system that classifies medical procedures based on their nature and complexity. Each procedure is assigned a unique code, which is used for billing and statistical purposes. The system covers all types of medical procedures, including surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
The CCAM is divided into chapters, each of which corresponds to a specific area of medicine. For example, the chapter on cardiology includes codes for procedures such as angioplasty and cardiac catheterization. Each chapter is further divided into sections, which group together related procedures.
Use[edit | edit source]
The CCAM is used by all healthcare providers in France, including hospitals, clinics and private practices. It is also used by health insurance companies to determine reimbursement rates for medical procedures.
The use of the CCAM helps to ensure that medical billing is transparent and standardized across the country. It also provides a valuable source of data for healthcare statistics and research.
Updates and revisions[edit | edit source]
The CCAM is updated regularly to reflect changes in medical practice and technology. These updates are carried out by the French National Authority for Health, in consultation with medical professionals and health insurance companies.
The latest version of the CCAM, as of 2021, includes over 8,000 codes for medical procedures.
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