Accelerating European electronic health record exchange format (EEHRxF) implementation across Europe: a policy perspective
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: The European Health Data Space Regulation (EHDS), published in the Official Journal since 5 March 2025, requires Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems across the European Union (EU) to adopt harmonized interoperability and logging components using the European EHR Exchange Format (EEHRxF). What is at stake: The EHDS has come into force and the deadlines for implementation acts are approaching, Clarity on scope, obligations, and implementation options is needed to meet these deadlines. Policy options: This article examines ways to accelerate EEHRxF adoption, including hybrid implementation models, and coordinated national and EU-level support. Recommendations: Utilize the European EHRxF Standards and Policy Hub, align national and regional strategies, support SMEs and providers with guidance and funding, and promote digital health literacy to ensure effective EEHRxF implementation.
Source: Frontiers in Medicine
Authors: Nathan da Silva Carvalho, Alexia Papadimitriou, Robert Stegwee, Hans Gille, Michael Strübin, Christophe Maes, Giorgio Cangioli, Catherine Chronaki
Language: English
Subfield: Health Information Management
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,801
OpenAlex ID: W4414218634