3M™ Codefinder™ Software

Keeping up with the ever-changing rules and regulations of health care is difficult. Understanding and managing regulatory updates, classification guidelines, payment methodologies and the increasing volume of data in the EMR are formidable challenges. 

In addition, the work to increase the integrity of clinical documentation and the increased specificity required for health data use have also become part of the coding landscape, adding to the complexity facing HIM professionals. These responsibilities have become key factors in the decision-making processes that can affect every level of a healthcare organisation.

Decisions made to improve quality throughout the hospital are based largely on data supplied by the HIM department. New technology and changing regulations have not altered the fact that medical record coding provides the basic foundation of every organisation’s data. Today most hospitals depend on the functionality and reliability of 3M’s coding software to build that foundation.

3M Codefinder is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use suite of tools that supports coders with powerful coding logic, giving them the confidence by meeting their needs for accuracy and efficiency.

The software is designed to provide appropriate support for novice to expert level coders. It guides the coder through the coding process, covering the full range of situations from complex diabetes scenarios to repetitive or typical patient encounters. At any time, the coder can view the selection of online references to clarify the situation and make appropriate decisions.

With 3M Codefinder, coders have a flexible tool that supports greater productivity allowing direct coding for routine procedures yet employing consistent rules and expert logic to help address unique or complex coding issues. For all of these reasons, 3M will continue to use this flagship coding and reimbursement solution as the coding engine for the 3M™ 360 Encompass™ System as it begins being deployed in the region.

For over 30 years, 3M has been a leader in coding and reimbursement solutions for Australian and New Zealand organisations and has spent over a decade working with other clients in the region. Let our expertise help you stay compliant and efficient. With 3M Codefinder Software your coders can:

• Access an integrated ICD-10-AM code book from within the coding software
• Receive estimated reimbursement values

• 3M™ Codefinder™ Software—Helps you manage the complex rules and terminology found in mandated rules, standards and guidelines.
• 3M Grouping software—Provides accurate AR-DRG grouping capabilities for national and state-based reimbursement methodologies. DRGs are automatically computed during coding to help improve coder productivity, and multiple DRG versions can be calculated simultaneously.
• Reimbursement can be calculated including funding adjustments based on current requirements.
• Hospital Acquired Complications are flagged.