The Evolution of Medical Coding (ICD-10 to ICD-11) As we transition from ICD-10 to ICD-11, it’s crucial to understand the implications of these changes on data accuracy, clinical documentation, and overall healthcare management. Healthcare data are based on medical coding, which plays a vital role in categorizing diseases, health conditions, and medical procedures. It has […]
ICD-11 transition: The healthcare landscape in the United States is on the cusp of a significant transformation. In October 2025, the long-awaited transition from ICD-10 to ICD-11, the International Classification of Diseases, Eleventh Revision, will take effect. This update promises a more comprehensive, granular, and clinically relevant coding system, impacting everything from patient care documentation […]
IFHIMA makes the case for ICD-11 adoption with latest whitepaper. As healthcare transformation progresses due to the digitization of data and advancements in medical science and technology, it is increasingly important that nations around the world begin planning for adoption of ICD-11. The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) has a long and valued history of […]