Practical FHIR notes on SDC form builders and terminology server implementations for healthcare integration teams.
FHIR vendor consolidation in 2026 identified seven vendors that ship real product across the FHIR ecosystem. Understanding their specific strengths helps buying. **1. HAPI FHIR (open source Java).** Mature, widely deployed, requires operational skill. Best for Java-heavy teams and budget-conscious deployments. **2. Aidbox (commercial Clojure).** Full-stack platform (server + terminology + auth + forms). Best […]
Selecting an HL7 FHIR server requires answering specific questions upfront. Getting these right prevents 6-12 months of downstream rework. Question 1: What FHIR version and profiles? R4 with US Core baseline for US deployments. R4B for Subscription-Topic support. R5 for niche cases. Match US Core version explicitly. Question 2: What write throughput? Sustained POST/s at […]
FHIR server investment delivers specific value; understanding the ROI drivers shapes the business case. Value 1: Ecosystem integration. SMART on FHIR ecosystem access. Third-party apps consume the FHIR API without custom integration per vendor. Value 2: Regulatory compliance. US Core, CMS-0057, ONC certification. FHIR server foundation reduces compliance work per regulation. Value 3: Bulk data […]