Medical classification
Medical classification, also known as healthcare classification, is a system of coding and organizing medical information for the purposes of patient care and research. Medical classifications are used in a variety of applications, including billing, epidemiology, and decision support.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Medical classifications are used to group diseases, procedures, diagnosis, symptoms and other patient data. This allows for easier storage, retrieval and analysis of health information. Medical classifications are used in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, health insurance companies, and research institutions.
Types of Medical Classifications[edit | edit source]
There are several types of medical classifications, each with its own purpose and use. Some of the most common types include:
- International Classification of Diseases (ICD): This is a medical classification maintained by the World Health Organization (WHO). It is used worldwide for morbidity and mortality statistics, reimbursement systems, and automated decision support in health care.
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM): This is a classification used in the field of psychiatry. It is maintained by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and is used for the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders.
- Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine (SNOMED): This is a comprehensive, multilingual clinical healthcare terminology. It is designed to capture information across the healthcare continuum.
- Current Procedural Terminology (CPT): This is a medical code set that is used to report medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures and services to entities such as physicians, health insurance companies and accreditation organizations.
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