Portugal has developed International Patient Summary (IPS) and ePrescription/eDispensation services through MyHealth@EU. These services enable the secure sharing of health information across countries. They ensure that medical data is consistently understood and interoperable between different health systems.
Name in original language
Resumo Internacional do Paciente (IPS) e serviços de ePrescrição/eDispensação através do MyHealth@EU
Initiative overview
The International Patient Summary (IPS) and ePrescription/eDispensation services aim to facilitate cross-border health information exchange. Built on Portugal’s Serviço Nacional de Saúde (SNS) portal, these services leverage existing digital infrastructure and interoperability standards to ensure reliable and secure data sharing.
Key objectives include:
- Enhancing cross-border access to patients’ health information
- Ensuring semantic interoperability using standards such as HL7 FHIR and SNOMED CT
- Improving continuity of care for patients traveling or receiving treatment abroad
The implementation relies on modern digital infrastructure that allows healthcare providers in different countries to access and interpret clinical data consistently. By aligning with EU-wide interoperability standards, these services support safe and effective care delivery across borders.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
National Health Service
