International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health augmented by telemedicine and artificial intelligence for assessment of functional disability
Abhimanyu Vasudeva, Nishat Ahmed Sheikh, Samantak Sahu
Abstract
The concept of functional disability is aligned with the biopsycho-social model of disability. However, there are reasons why the antiquated measurement of medical impairment continues to be in use. We propose solutions for a fairer process using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) at the level of the medical boards augmented by telemedicine and artificial intelligence (AI). The proposed technologies (Level 1 and Level 2 AI) need to be tried in pilot projects. It will accomplish two goals, the first being the measurement of disability and not merely the impairment. Second, and perhaps more importantly, making the process more transparent in creating a "just" society.