Known Issues for HL7 Europe Extensions v1.2.0
No known issues are currently reported regarding the use of HL7 Europe Extensions v1.2.0. This guide is based on FHIR 5.0.0, and a newer version, 1.3.0, supersedes it.
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Epic vs. Health Gorilla: The Battle Over Governing Medical Records
Epic filed a federal lawsuit against the data network Health Gorilla, alleging an attempt to exploit and monetize patient medical records without consent. This dispute highlights not just alleged misuse, but fundamental unresolved issues regarding governance in healthcare interoperability.
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HIPAA-Compliant EHR Interoperability: Secure Integration Services
This article provides a comprehensive guide for securely exchanging Protected Health Information (PHI). It emphasizes that achieving interoperability requires not only technical standards like FHIR and HL7, but also robust security safeguards and legal compliance (such as HIPAA), noting the mandatory need for Business Associate Agreements (BAA).
How to Launch an EHR: Using SMART Apps from the Patient Portal
According to Aidbox Docs, this guide details the procedure for a patient to access their Electronic Health Record (EHR) and launch specific SMART applications. The process involves navigating to a designated URL, logging into the patient portal, selecting the desired app from the list, and clicking the 'Launch' link.
How to Bulk Delete FHIR Resources | Cloud Healthcare API
This article details the process of bulk deleting multiple FHIR resources from a FHIR store using the Google Cloud Healthcare API. It explains how filtering by criteria like resource type and last updated time helps manage data efficiently and reduce costs.
30th HL7 FHIR Connectathon Report: Validating Exchange and Display of ePI and IPS
The 30th HL7 FHIR CONNECTATHON, hosted by Global Health Connector, was held virtually from May 2 to May 4, 2022. The event focused on validating the exchange and display of Electronic Product Information (ePI) and International Patient Summaries (IPS) using FHIR documents.
Achieving EHR and PMS Synchronization via HL7 FHIR: A Dental Network Case Study
A fast-growing US dental network faced challenges integrating its Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management System (PMS). This project successfully implemented real-time, secure data synchronization between both systems using the HL7 FHIR standard.
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How to Bulk Delete FHIR Resources: Data Lifecycle Management on Google Cloud
This article explains how to efficiently delete large volumes of data from a FHIR store using the Google Cloud Cloud Healthcare API. Users can bulk-delete multiple FHIR resources based on specific criteria (such as resource type or last updated time), which is useful for data lifecycle management and cost reduction.
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OpenAI and Anthropic Bring Healthcare AI into Existing Workflows with Connectors, FHIR, and Strict Controls
OpenAI and Anthropic are shifting healthcare AI from general chat to infrastructure within existing systems. They utilize connectors and FHIR standards to embed workflows while maintaining compliance with regulations like HIPAA.
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Apple Health, FHIR R4 and the Future of Medical Records
By combining its HealthKit ecosystem with the FHIR R4 standard, Apple is transforming personal mobile devices into secure, longitudinal hubs for medical data, fundamentally changing how health information is exchanged. This signals a shift from traditional provider-centric, siloed models toward a decentralized, patient-mediated paradigm.
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WHO Immunization Implementation Guide v0.2.0: Test Data Release and Usage Notice
The World Health Organization (WHO) released version 0.2.0 of the 'Immunization Implementation Guide' based on FHIR standards. The guide includes test data for various scenarios, but explicitly states that this material is not intended for formal conformance determination or authoritative use.
New Directory for Health Information Sharing in Australia to be Released
The Australian Digital Health Agency is developing and testing a new FHIR-based directory for healthcare providers. This aims to establish the foundation for interoperability across the entire health system by providing near real-time information about providers' services from a single national access point.
What is the Competitive Advantage of a Clinical Data Platform?
Clinical research organizations are competing not only on scientific excellence but also on data reliability and speed of decision-making. Consequently, implementing a 'Clinical Data Platform'βwhich integrates architecture and governance beyond mere data centralizationβhas become a strategic priority.
EHR Integration and Interoperability Solutions
This service provides HIPAA-compliant clinical data exchange solutions, enabling seamless integration with major EHR systems like Epic and Cerner. They offer comprehensive interoperability services covering standards from HL7 v2/v3 up to FHIR R4.
Webinar Series on Implementing the EU Lab Report using FHIR for the European Health Data Space
Hospitals on FHIR, in collaboration with HL7 Europe and the XIA Project, launched a free webinar series focused on 'Implementing the EU Lab Report.' The series provides practical knowledge regarding compliance with the European Health Data Space (EHDS) and emphasizes the critical role of medical terminologies for semantic interoperability.
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Form.io and TESCHGlobal Partner to Deliver FHIR-Compliant Healthcare Solutions
Form.io, a data management platform, partnered with TESCHGlobal, which possesses deep healthcare domain knowledge. This collaboration aims to deliver advanced digital transformation solutions compliant with the FHIR standard, improving development efficiency and compliance.
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Clinician Needs and Requirements for a Decision Aid Navigator: Qualitative Study
This study conducted qualitative interviews with 13 clinicians using a prototype of 'DEAN,' an EHR-integrated decision aid app. The findings revealed that key needs include streamlined functionality to reduce workflow burden, improved clinician skills for effective use, and reliable suggestion of pre-vetted decision aids.
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The API Security Risks Healthcare Leaders Canβt Afford to Overlook
Healthcare organizations rely heavily on APIs for diverse services like EHRs and telemedicine, but this complex connectivity creates new attack surfaces. Continuous assessment of API security is needed not just as a technical issue, but as a governance concern.
Providing Clinical Workflow Improvement Solutions with SMART on FHIR
Nitid specializes in developing custom applications that integrate seamlessly into existing Electronic Health Records (EHR). This helps clinicians make faster, better-informed decisions by providing real-time data visualization and algorithm-based recommendations.
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Anthropic Accelerates AI in Healthcare: Launching Claude for Health
Anthropic announced 'Claude for Health,' a suite of conversational AI tools designed for healthcare providers, payers, and patients. This follows the announcement by OpenAI's ChatGPT health features, aiming to facilitate various uses including data linkage and administrative support.
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