Example of Structured Data Exchange for Healthcare Services using FHIR
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Summary
This article provides an example of structuring detailed medical service information (psychology/psychiatry) using the HL7 FHIR standard. This demonstrates how complex clinical data and specialized service metadata can be exchanged in a standardized, machine-readable format.
Details
This sample data utilizes the HealthcareService resource from the Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) standard. It is notable for describing detailed information about specific medical services (psychology/psychiatry) using XML format, structuring multiple specialties and clinical details. The included metadata is extensive, covering elements such as SNOMED CT-coded diagnoses (e.g., Posttraumatic stress disorder), service coverage areas, contact details (phone/email), available time slots, and referral methods (phone, fax). These pieces of information are not merely descriptive text but are defined using HL7 standard code systems and FHIR structures. This serves as a highly valuable implementation example for healthcare institutions to exchange specialized service information in a seamless and machine-readable manner across different EHR systems or interoperability platforms. The ability to standardize operational details, such as eligibility requirements and availability status, is particularly significant for promoting medical DX in Japan. The core technical aspects involve the FHIR standard and XML format, incorporating HL7 code systems (e.g., service-type, ActReason). This ensures not just data exchange, but also Semantic Interoperability, which is the key technical feature.
Technology Note
FHIR（Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources）は医療データ交換の国際標準。このエントリの関連技術: FHIR
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