Interoperability
HL7
HL7 version 2 messaging standard — guides, articles, and resources for healthcare IT practitioners.
Pillar Guides
Deep-dive technical guides on HL7 — start here for comprehensive coverage.
HL7 Integration for Healthcare IT Engineers: The Practitioner's Guide
A practitioner's guide to HL7 v2.x integration — message structure, key message types, interface engine configuration, testing workflows, and real-world troubleshooting patterns for PACS, RIS, LIS, and EMR deployments.
Articles
Targeted articles covering specific HL7 topics, troubleshooting, and best practices.
HL7 Interface Engine Configuration: 10 Best Practices That Prevent Production Incidents
Most HL7 interface failures are preventable. This guide covers 10 configuration and operational best practices for integration engines — from ACK handling to queue monitoring — that eliminate the most common production incidents.
HL7 ADT Messages Explained: A Practical Guide for Integration Engineers
ADT messages drive patient flow across every connected system in healthcare IT. This guide covers all critical trigger events, common failures, and the exact fields that cause integration problems in real deployments.
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HL7 Message Viewer
The engineering-grade toolkit built for HL7 practitioners.