Welcome to NCCH

The National Centre for Classification in Health (NCCH) is a world leader in its field, with expertise in the development and use of disease and intervention classifications, clinical terminologies and use of coded health information.

It is located at and supported by two of Australia?s leading and largest universities, the University of Sydney and Queensland University of Technology.

Strategies

  • Encourage expertise in classification of diseases and interventions
  • Promote use of best classifications for purpose
  • Support the user workforce through education and tools
  • Promote understanding of strengths, limitations and interpretation of coded health data
  • Understand and promote synergy between classifications and casemix systems
  • Understand and promote synergy between classifications and terminology systems
  • Build expertise in modelling and maintenance of terminologies
  • Promote use of best terminology for purpose
  • Be an active participant in health information developments in Australia
  • Conduct high quality health services research to inform classifications and terminology development
  • Build research capacity through attracting students and staff and by collaborating with experts in related fields

Business Drivers

  • Use sound financial and business practices and principles
  • Ensure NCCH people have necessary skills and expertise

NCCH Work Program

The NCCH has developed a work program to implement our strategies and direct our day to day activities.