The future of casemix in emergency medicine and ambulatory care

The selection of appropriate non‐inpatient casemix classification systems is pivotal to the overall success of casemix in Australia. Before implementation, an extensive review and evaluation of issues relating to non‐inpatient casemix must be undertaken in conjunction with inpatient casemix to avoid adverse economic and clinical outcomes. Here, we review the background to and current status of non‐inpatient casemix classification systems. The current Commonwealth/State research agenda is defined and possible options for both classification and funding of non‐inpatient services are described.