E-recipe in Schleswig-Holstein: Technical hurdles and patient problems

E-recipe in Schleswig-Holstein: Technical hurdles and patient problems

In the course of the introduction of the e-recipe at the beginning of the year, Schleswig-Holstein experienced a significant technical innovation. Although the medical practices should now be equipped with the necessary software, there are considerable challenges in practice. The pharmacist association emphasizes that problems continue to occur in the processes and the technical implementation.

concern about technical difficulties

A current report by the Schleswig-Holstein pharmacists' association indicates that many pharmacies are still wrestling with the efficiency of the e-recipe process. Patients report time expenses that have arisen because the new process was not clearly explained to them. This means that many customers have to spend more time in the pharmacy than before.

required clarity about digital processes

A central problem is that some recipes cannot be issued promptly because a doctor's final digital consent is missing. This uncertainty often means that patients have to come to the pharmacy a second time. The pharmacist association urgently calls for a clear regulation to create the exact time frame in which doctors have to give these digital permits.

The important role of digitization in healthcare

The introduction of the e-recipe represents a pioneering measure in the German health system. It aims to digitize the process of recipes and thereby increase efficiency. It is a step towards comprehensive digitization in the health sector that is intended to improve patient care. Nevertheless, the persistent difficulties must be addressed to use the full potential of the digitized processes.

effects on the patients and the community

The complexity of the new technology can be frustrating for many patients. This is reflected in their experiences and represents a public challenge for the acceptance of digital changes in the health sector. Solid training both the doctors and the pharmacy employee is necessary to ensure that patients can fully use the advantages of e-recipe.

conclusion: a future full of challenges

The introduction of the e-recipe in Schleswig-Holstein has brought both progress and setbacks. The technical hurdles and the need for clear processes are important aspects that urgently need to be addressed. The coming months will be crucial to ensure that digitization in healthcare not only remains a theoretical concept, but actually benefits the patient.