Automate What EncoderPro Makes You Do Manually
Optum EncoderPro is a reference tool where coders search for codes one at a time. AutoICD reads clinical text and assigns codes automatically, so your team can focus on complex cases.
From Manual Lookups to Automated Coding
Optum EncoderPro is a code lookup and reference tool — coders search for codes one at a time, review the results, and manually select the right code. It is valuable for complex cases that require human judgment, but it does not automate the coding process itself.
AutoICD takes the opposite approach: send clinical text to the API and receive coded results back automatically. For straightforward notes where the diagnoses are clearly documented, this eliminates the manual search-and-select workflow entirely. Your coders can focus their expertise on the complex cases that actually need human review.
The two tools serve different purposes and can work together. Use AutoICD to handle routine coding volume at scale, and EncoderPro as a reference tool for coders reviewing edge cases or looking up coding guidelines.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | AutoICD API | Optum EncoderPro |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Send clinical text, get ICD-10 codes back automatically | Coders search and select codes manually |
| Throughput | Thousands of notes per minute via API | One code lookup at a time per coder |
| NLP / AI coding | Built-in NER, negation detection, confidence scoring | No automated coding, manual search only |
| Integration | REST API, TypeScript SDK, Python SDK, MCP server | Web browser interface, some EHR plugins |
| Pricing | Starting at $49/month | Per-seat licensing, typically $500-1,500/year per user |
| Best for | Automating coding workflows at scale | Individual coders needing a reference tool |
| Code updates | ICD-10-CM 2025 codes, updated annually | Updated annually with Optum subscription |
| Cross-references | SNOMED CT and UMLS mappings included | CPT/HCPCS cross-references included |
Why Teams Add AutoICD to Their Coding Workflow
Automate Routine Coding
Straightforward notes with clear diagnoses get coded automatically, freeing coders for complex cases that need their expertise.
Scale Without Headcount
Process thousands of notes per minute via API. No per-seat licensing means your costs do not grow with team size.
Confidence-Based Routing
High-confidence codes go straight through. Low-confidence codes get flagged for human review. Your coders focus where they add the most value.
Developer-Friendly
REST API with SDKs and an MCP server. Build automated coding into any system — EHR integrations, batch processing, real-time workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AutoICD replace the need for medical coders?
No. AutoICD automates routine coding and provides first-pass code suggestions, but complex cases, coding guidelines interpretation, and quality review still require trained medical coders. The goal is to let coders focus on cases that need their expertise.
Can I use AutoICD and EncoderPro together?
Yes. Use AutoICD to auto-code clinical notes at scale, then use EncoderPro as a reference tool when coders need to review flagged cases or look up specific coding guidelines.
Does AutoICD include CPT codes?
No. AutoICD focuses on ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding. For CPT/HCPCS procedure coding, a dedicated reference tool like EncoderPro remains the right choice.
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