ArticleHealth information management : journal of the Health Information Management Association of Australia2025
Stroke clinical coding education program in Australia and New Zealand.
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Abstract
backgroundAccurate coded diagnostic data are important for epidemiological research of stroke.
objectiveTo develop, implement and evaluate an online education program for improving clinical coding of stroke.
methodThe Australia and New Zealand Stroke Coding Working Group co-developed an education program comprising eight modules: rationale for coding of stroke; understanding stroke; management of stroke; national coding standards; coding trees; good clinical documentation; coding practices; and scenarios. Clinical coders and health information managers participated in the 90-minute education program. Pre- and post-education surveys were administered to assess knowledge of stroke and coding, and to obtain feedback. Descriptive analyses were used for quantitative data, inductive thematic analysis for open-text responses, with all results triangulated.
resultsOf 615 participants, 404 (66%) completed both pre- and post-education assessments. Respondents had improved knowledge for 9/12 questions (
conclusionOur education program was associated with increased knowledge for clinical coding of stroke. To continue to address the quality of coded stroke data through improved stroke documentation, the next stage will be to adapt the educational program for clinicians.
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