Medical classification

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Medical classification

Medical classification, also known as healthcare classification, is a system of categorizing and coding patient data, typically in health care settings. This system is used to facilitate the storage, retrieval, and analysis of health information.

Pronunciation

  • Medical: /ˈmɛdɪkəl/
  • Classification: /ˌklasɪfɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

Etymology

  • Medical: Derived from the Latin "medicus," meaning "physician."
  • Classification: Derived from the Latin "classis," meaning "class," and "facere," meaning "to make."

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