Northern Health Partners with Code Focus to Transform Health Information Management
Northern Health has chosen Code Focus to implement its advanced, integrated coding workflow solution, replacing their legacy system with a more efficient and AI-enabled system. This partnership marks a significant industry shift, positioning Code Focus as the preferred choice for modern health information management.
By adopting Code Focus’s fully integrated Code and Group Module, Northern Health will streamline operations and enhance coding accuracy— ultimately freeing up critical resources for HIM professionals to focus on their primary responsibilities.
“We are thrilled to support Northern Health in transforming their Health Information Services,” said Callum Haggerty, Head of Customer Growth at Code Focus. “By leveraging AI and automation, this partnership will set a new standard for efficiency and accuracy in health information management.”
Key Highlights of the Implementation:
- Replacing the legacy software with Code Focus’s advanced Code and Group Module, delivering real-time coding feedback and system-driven quality controls.
- Piloting AI-assisted coding technology to improve accuracy and reduce manual audit workloads.
- Deploying a complete end-to-end coding solution, streamlining workflow, compliance, and reporting.
- Partnering with an Australian-owned and developed provider, reinforcing Northern Health’s commitment to local expertise and innovation.
“We are excited to partner with Code Focus to implement the coding workflow solution which will enhance coding accuracy and efficiency while supporting our HIM professionals at Northern Health. By streamlining workflows and offering real-time feedback, our coders will be better supported, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks.
As annual separations rise, the AI-component will reduce the need for scaling up the coding workforce, providing both cost savings and a proactive approach to clinical coding workforce shortages our industry is facing,” said Odette Taylor, Director, Health Information Services.
This initiative aligns with Northern Health’s digital transformation strategy, eliminating inefficiencies caused by manual coding processes and spreadsheets. The real-time data integration will provide coders with immediate feedback, reducing errors and ensuring accurate Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) assignments and National Weighted Activity Unit (NWAU) reporting.
With Code Focus’s secure, scalable platform, Northern Health is poised to lead the way in modernising health information management. This partnership marks a significant step toward a more efficient, streamlined, and innovative future for healthcare coding and compliance.
For further information, please contact:
Callum Haggerty
Business Development Manager, Code Focus
Callum_Haggerty@dataagility.com
0414 261 332
About Code Focus
Code Focus is an Australian HIM workflow automation tool created by HIMs for HIMs, delivering innovative AI-driven coding and auditing solutions for healthcare organisations. With a focus on automation, accuracy, and efficiency, Code Focus empowers healthcare providers to streamline coding workflows, enhance compliance, and improve funding outcomes. Proudly Australian-owned, developed, and supported by Data Agility.
