Problem
Computer-Assisted Coding-Why should hospitals invest in this technology? (Level 5-Evaluating)
As a leader and manager, the health information administrator is responsible for evaluating products. Computer-assisted coding (CAC) is a coding tool that assists coders in identifying diagnosis and procedure codes.
Read the article "Computer-Assisted Coding Reality Check" by Mary Butler. It is available on the AHIMA HIM Body of Knowledge.
Evaluate the use of CAC. Using information from the assigned article, textbook, and other articles you may choose to read, critique, and weigh in on the use of CAC. Do you think hospitals should invest in CAC software? Support your decision with at least three pieces of evidence.