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Whether prescriptions or sick leave notices, documents are increasingly issued in digital format following doctor’s appointments. This enables important information to be electronically accessed at any time. Read on to discover how this works and the benefits of paperless forms.

Electronic documents

A laptop, tablet and stethoscope on a glass table. Someone is typing on the laptop keyboard. A laptop, tablet and stethoscope on a glass table. Someone is typing on the laptop keyboard.

The electronic sick leave notice (eAU)

The electronic sick leave notice (eAU) transmits all important data in digital format. People with insurance still have to independently inform their employer about their sick note.

Pharmacist scans a QR code printed on a prescription. Pharmacist scans a QR code printed on a prescription.

The e-prescription

E-prescriptions are convenient and easy to use. It can be used with the electronic medical data card, the e-prescription app or as a paper printout.

Guide to e-prescriptions

An older woman holds a dosette box in her hands. An older woman holds a dosette box in her hands.

The electronic medication treatment plan (eMP)

People with statutory health insurance can have their medication treatment plan stored on their electronic medical data card. This helps them take medication correctly and avoid interactions.