Integrating Artificial Intelligence Into International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health Coding: Effectiveness of a Mobile Application for Patient Questionnaires

Participants in this group will complete standardized questionnaires and scales using the MedQuest mobile application. Physicians will provide patients with a QR code, allowing them to access assigned digital questionnaires on their personal mobile devices or provided tablets. The application facilitates the digital input of patient responses. Following completion, the MedQuest application automatically processes the questionnaire data and utilizes an integrated artificial intelligence system (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, version from 22.10.2024) to generate recommended International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) codes. The application also provides an integrated calculator for questionnaire scores. This intervention aims to streamline the assessment process, reduce completion time, and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of ICF coding through AI integration.

Participants in this group will complete all standardized questionnaires and scales (e.g. SF-36, Barthel Index, etc.) manually on printed paper forms. Physicians will complete the forms and patients will complete their responses with a pen or pencil. Subsequent evaluation and processing of these questionnaires will be performed by physicians via the Medquest application, followed by manual identification and recording of International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) codes based on clinical judgment and established guidelines. This method represents the traditional approach to patient assessment and data collection.