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2026 campaign for CHOP and SwissDRG system changes open in Switzerland
On June 1, 2026, the application window opened for changes to the Swiss Classification of Surgical Procedures (CHOP). Interested parties may submit applications until September 14, 2026. Applications for changes to coding rules may be submitted until July 13, 2026.
On the same day, the application window also opened for changes to the SwissDRG system. Interested parties may submit applications until July 13, 2026. The results of DRG applications submitted in 2026 will be reflected in the 2028 version of SwissDRG.
Applications for both processes may be submitted by the Medical Professional Association (FMH), the Conference of the Cantonal Ministers of Public Health (GDK/CDS), the Swiss Association of Hospitals (H+), health insurance companies and their associations, and the Medical Tariff Commission (MTK/CTM).
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