FHIRedSHIP takes the provider portal developed in SHIP and utilizes APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and FHIR data standards (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) to facilitate direct patient involvement in SDoH referrals via a mobile app. Patients can review and respond to referrals in the app; for example, they can send application forms directly to a social service agency or directly message clinic staff to ask about program eligibility.
Related Publications
FHIRedApp manuscripts and publications are currently in progress – in the meantime read this article about FHIRedApp – a previous study and app development project that lays the groundwork for FHIRedSHIP’s use of FHIR resources and APIs. This project was funded by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) as part of their Leading Edge Acceleration Projects (LEAP).