Germany is set to launch the nationwide electronic patient record (ePA) on April 29th, designed to digitize health records for improved accessibility and efficiency in healthcare. By October, all clinics and doctor's offices will be required to support this system. The ePA will store health records in a centralized database, replacing traditional paper records and inefficient fax requests between clinics. This digital platform allows both patients and medical professionals to easily access vital health information, optimizing treatment processes and potentially saving lives in emergency scenarios. Despite delays due to technical challenges, the initiative aims to modernize healthcare in Germany.
From April 29th, Germany will launch the electronic patient record (ePA), a system facilitating digital access to health records for improved healthcare efficiency.
Health Minister Karl Lauterbach aims to streamline German healthcare with ePA, enabling doctors to access patient histories quickly, especially in emergencies.
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