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Comparison between Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) and Solo Coding

With the development of technology, coding—the process of transforming data or instructions


into a format that can be read by a program—has changed. Solo coding and computer-assisted
coding (CAC) are two popular methods. Although the goal of both approaches is to convert data
into useful outputs, their approaches and levels of efficiency are very different. In order to
highlight the main distinctions and similarities between these two approaches, this essay
compares and contrasts them.

The degree of automation and human involvement is the main difference between solo coding
and CAC. Software programs that support or partially automate the coding process are used by
CAC. These systems use machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) to
automatically generate pertinent code, analyze data, and spot patterns (Bresnick). Solo coding,
on the other hand, entails manual coding by a single person who depends solely on his or her
own knowledge, reasoning, and manual data entry without the aid of software.

Another significant distinction is efficiency. Because CAC can process large amounts of data
quickly, coding time is greatly reduced (King et al.). A study by King et al. found that CAC
systems can increase productivity by as much as 30%, especially in sectors like healthcare where
coding vast amounts of patient data is typical. However, because solo coding relies solely on the
coder's speed and data analysis skills, it takes longer.

Despite their differences, solo coding and CAC have some similar objectives and methods. The
goal of both strategies is to generate dependable, accurate code that represents the desired result
(Ahier). The ultimate objective is to guarantee that data is accurately converted into code that can
be used in a variety of applications, whether this is accomplished manually or through software.

Furthermore, both approaches necessitate the proficiency of a coder. Even though CAC
automates a portion of the process, human oversight is required to confirm the generated code's
accuracy, particularly in cases that are complicated or unclear (Bresnick). Expertise is crucial in
solo coding at every stage, so the coder's abilities are crucial in both strategies.

Solo coding depends on human intuition and experience, whereas CAC uses technology to
automate and increase efficiency. Depending on the project's size and complexity, both
approaches have a place, but human oversight is necessary for both to guarantee accuracy and
high-quality results. Even though CAC is becoming more and more popular in sectors like
healthcare, it still cannot fully replace the knowledge that a lone coder can provide.

References

Ahier, Brian. "How Computer-Assisted Coding Is Revolutionizing Healthcare." Healthcare IT


News, 15 Sept. 2021.

Bresnick, Jennifer. "Manual Coding Vs. CAC: What's the Future?" Health IT Analytics, 12 Aug.
2020.

King, Michelle, et al. "Impact of Computer-Assisted Coding in the Health Care Industry."
Journal of Medical Informatics, vol. 45, no. 3, 2022, pp. 231-245.

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