CData Software provides a JDBC driver compatible with FHIR, which allows users to specify the database tables to be accessed during connection. This feature improves performance when retrieving information from large data sources and enables filtering down to specific views.
This article discusses SNOMED CT, HL7, and FHIR 3rd Edition (2016), which are fundamental standards for health interoperability. Understanding these technical principles is essential for building modern electronic health record systems and data exchange infrastructures.
This article provides a detailed comparison of FHIR and OpenEHR, two major standards for managing and exchanging electronic health data. It analyzes the unique strengths and design philosophies of each standard to provide guidelines on how to choose between them based on specific use cases (data exchange vs. structured clinical record keeping).
Google announced that the next OS, Android 16, will integrate support for the FHIR format into the Health Connect app. This feature could facilitate future management of medical data and electronic health records.
Rien Wertheim, CEO of Firely, explains the data standard FHIR. He states that FHIR, based on modern API technologies, is being adopted by governments, care providers, and health tech companies to achieve affordable, accessible care and efficient cross-institutional information exchange for patients and doctors.
This article details the process of adding authentication (AuthN) capabilities to HAPI FHIR. It describes how to achieve Single Sign On (SSO) using a combination of open-source tools: OAuth2 Proxy, Nginx, and Keycloak.
A FHIR ValueSet defining standard codes for 'Abdominal Hysterectomy' has been published. This ValueSet integrates definitions of related surgical procedures from multiple standards, such as ICD-10 and SNOMED CT, contributing to standardized terminology in healthcare information exchange.
Fragmented medical records and system incompatibility hinder care delivery. The article explains how achieving true interoperability through advanced technologies like FHIR and AI can enable secure, seamless data exchange.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology Steward published a ValueSet containing multiple ICD-10-CM codes for specific ophthalmic conditions, such as Keratoconus. This resource supports the use of standardized diagnostic information in healthcare data exchange.
Amaron has released 'FHINDR,' a user-friendly tool designed to visualize and query FHIR data repositories. This application allows developers without deep technical knowledge to perform complex queries and visualize structured data from various FHIR repositories.
A ValueSet named 'Cytogenetic Testing Performed' has been published, involving organizations like the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). This ValueSet includes multiple CPT codes related to cytogenetic testing on cells such as bone marrow, supporting standardized documentation for diagnosis and treatment within medical records.
AValueSet named 'Depression Screening Scale' has been published, involving stakeholders such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). This ValueSet aggregates various SNOMED CT codes representing different depression assessment scales and clinical situations into a standardized FHIR format, contributing to structured data in medical records.
The definition of a ValueSet called 'Tobacco Use Screening' has been published by NCQA PHEMUR. This ValueSet includes multiple LOINC codes, providing a standardized data structure for the exchange of tobacco use status in healthcare information.
A COVID-19 LOINC Value Set, including an Influenza A/B and SARS-CoV/SARS-CoV-2 antigen panel, was provided by Clinical Architecture. This ValueSet defines a specific clinical test item (Code: 95942-9), aiding standardization in healthcare information exchange.
A FHIR ValueSet detailing 'Retinal Vascular Occlusion' was published by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). This ValueSet uses SNOMED CT codes to define various types of retinal vascular occlusion, including those affecting the left and right eyes.
Interweave Digital offers 'Connect,' a standards-compliant server for shared care records. This system converts existing medical data into FHIR resources, enabling data exchange among multiple providers.
This article explains how Salesforce Health Cloud can integrate with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. It details the process of achieving data synchronization using 'FHIR Connect,' a native application that provides standardized workflows.