How can CAC help me?

Last updated 15:24 03/03/2009

In the 2008 AHIMA survey, greater than 39% of respondents reported that it was very difficult or extremely difficult to fill coding positions. Facilities are also saying that up to 30% of revenues are consumed by the payments/collections process. The benefits of CAC seem obvious.

At the PLATOCODE^® company we know how difficult Clinical Coding can be- not just for coders, but for managers, HIM Directors and CFOs needing to meet their facility's goals.

That's why the concept of Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) is so attractive to coders and managers alike. It seems obvious that computers should be able to help coders work more quickly and accurately, leading to better claims, reduced AR days and improved workforce control and flexibility. Reduced AR alone may offer substantial benefits for many facilities.

It's also why the PLATOCODE company invented CAC in 1990. Our first CAC patent was granted in 1995 and our second in 1998- long before the CAC concept even had a name. Since then we have continued to refine and improve our systems to meet the needs of healthcare providers. We think that our experience and understanding speaks for itself and we would welcome the chance to assist you to achieve CAC benefits in your organization.