Overview

• Germany's electronic patient record (ePA) system has moved from pilot regions to Saxony and Leipzig under an opt-out framework.
• The ePA automatically creates records for over 73 million insured citizens unless they opt out, with data access controlled via insured cards and mobile apps.
• Healthcare providers, including doctors and pharmacies, report low engagement with the system, which is set to become mandatory for data uploads by October 1, 2025.
• Technical issues continue to hinder functionality, with many features not fully operational during the rollout's early stages.
• The Chaos Computer Club has flagged ongoing security vulnerabilities, raising concerns about patient data privacy despite ongoing patches.