10 Reasons Medical Coders Remain Indispensable Despite AI Advancements
While AI has made significant advancements in healthcare, there are several reasons why it cannot fully replace human medical coders:
Dr. Santosh Gupta, CEO – MEDESUN® a trailblazer in the field of medical coding, 45 certifications and a distinguished 20-year track record, asserts that while AI can certainly aid medical coders, it remains insufficient to supplant them. The intricacies of medical coding, entailing a blend of skill and expertise, coupled with paramount considerations for privacy and security, render the overreliance on AI for this intricate profession nothing short of a catastrophic prospect.
The accuracy of AI-generated codes depends on the quality and completeness of input data. Garbage in, garbage out—errors or omissions in patient records can lead to incorrect codi...