The field of health has taken a new step in its digital transition. Tested since 2019 in the Rhône and Alpes-Maritimes, then in six other departments in 2022 (Bas-Rhin, Loire-Atlantique, Puy-de-Dôme, Saône-et-Loire, Sarthe, Seine-Maritime), the digital vital map spreads in France in 2023.
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According to our colleagues from TF1 newsit is a decree that came into force on 1 January which defines ”
characteristics of the means of electronic identification of policyholders and healthcare professionals
“. This digital vital card comes in the form of a mobile application, called “apCV”. It contains ”
user data, national health identifier and card usage tracking data
“.
A device that should reduce fraud and the risk of errors or rejection of invoices.
The vital card in the form of an application
there”
electronic health card
comes in the form of a mobile application known as ”
apCV
“. Contains user data, National Health Identification Number, and data for tracking card usage.
The application allows policyholders to consult receipts for health expenses directly on their mobile phone. You can download them automatically, up to seven days after the consultation. They are therefore visible without time limits. “apCV” integrates the identification data of the insured and the beneficiaries already present in the classic vital card with the addition of the national health identity.
It also provides access to health insurance services and features. Eventually the user can delegate the use of his vital card to a trusted person for a specific period of time.
What about the hardware card?
According to the National Commission for Computing and Liberties (CNIL) the hardware card can still be used. But beneficiaries can hold only one vital card in each of the two forms available.
The full process can be found on the site of health insurance.
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