Structure Definition for AS Smart Card Extension: FHIR Resource for Identification Cards
Intersection of as-ext-smartcard and as-ext-smartcard
Summary
esante has published a structure definition for FHIR resources designed to handle physical identification cards (professional cards). This extension allows the description of identification information linked not just to an individual, but to the 'practice' or profession itself.
Details
This document provides a structural definition for FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) based on the concept of AS Smart Card Extension. The purpose of this extension is to handle data related to physical identification documents, such as professional cards. Specifically, an element named 'CarteProfessionnel' is defined. This element is designed to describe identifying information linked not merely to a person, but to the 'exercise of a specific profession.' This capability allows for the technical recording of separate card details corresponding to different professions, even if the same individual practices multiple specialties simultaneously. This structure definition adheres to FHIR standards while addressing practical requirements within a specific national context (such as the esante system in France). In the field of healthcare IT, standardizing and linking 'metadata' like identification or credential information with other electronic health records or registries is crucial. This definition provides one such concrete implementation guideline.
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