Electronic health card with integrated dual function for patient identification and digital prescription transmission

Abstract

Memory chip card for the secure storage and receipt of digital prescriptions, with a larger storage capacity than the conventional eGK (electronic health card).

Description

[0001] The starter chip card enables the receipt of digital prescriptions directly on the card. Unlike the electronic health card (eGK), which still has reliability and acceptance issues in Germany, the starter chip card securely stores significantly more data and reliably transmits it to the eGK and, via a smartphone app, to authorized pharmacies. This ensures an uninterrupted supply of medication, even abroad, without the need to physically scan the card in Germany. Advantages: - Secure and fast reception of prescription data - Mass reception is possible, as multiple cards can be received in parallel. - Backup function: The data remains safe on the map even in the event of digital infrastructure failure or disasters (e.g., nuclear attack). - Partially replaces the electronic health card (eGK) and increases trust in digital healthcare. - Particularly suitable for international patients and self-paying patients - Transfer via smartphone app directly to pharmacies possible - No regular data entry required in medical practices - Compatible with existing systems; the statutory health insurance associations must set up the procedure. Technical field:

[0002] Digital health card, secure data transmission, mobile medical care, backup systems for health data, contactless near field communication, smartphone integration.

Claims

[1] Memory chip card for the secure storage and receipt of digital prescriptions, with a larger storage capacity than the conventional eGK [2] System for transferring prescription data from the starter chip card to the electronic health card and from there to authorized pharmacies via smartphone app. [3] System for parallel mass transmission of recipes to multiple starter chip cards within a range of up to 5 meters (concerning readers). [4] Backup function, in which the prescription data is permanently stored on the memory chip card, even in the event of failure or destruction of the central digital infrastructure. The permanent storage and backup of prescription data on the memory chip card enables access to medically relevant data even in the event of a large-scale failure of the digital infrastructure, e.g. due to disasters, and thus ensures the continuous care of the patient. [5] Use of the starter chip card as a legal replacement card for the eGK, especially for patients abroad. [6] Integration of a mobile smartphone app to forward prescription data to pharmacies. [7] Secure encryption and authentication of the recipe data on the memory chip card. [8] Compatibility with existing medical care systems for activating and authorizing prescription transmission. [9] System for using the starter chip card to ensure the supply of medicines without physical scanning in doctors' offices or hospitals. [10] Use of the memory chip card to increase the reliability and acceptance of digital health services. [11] A system for the secure transmission of medical information, in which a starter chip card is placed directly onto an electronic health card (eGK), enabling contactless, eavesdropping-proof transmission protected against unauthorized access. The data transmitted in this way is then forwarded via a mobile device to authorized recipients, in particular pharmacies. This double card security provides an additional physical layer of security and prevents any form of data interception.