gematik

Gematik GmbH, founded on January 11, 2005, is a central player in the digitalization of the German healthcare system. As a subsidiary of the leading organizations in the healthcare sector and with the Federal Ministry of Health as the main shareholder, Gematik is responsible for the development, operation, and further development of the telematics infrastructure (TI) in Germany.

• Telematics Infrastructure (TI): Gematik develops and operates the central platform for digital applications in healthcare. This includes the definition and enforcement of binding standards for services, components, and applications to ensure a secure, efficient, and user-friendly infrastructure[2][3][4].
• Electronic Health Card (eGK) and Electronic Patient Record (ePA): Gematik is significantly involved in the introduction and operation of the eGK and ePA. These systems allow for the cross-institutional storage and retrieval of health data, significantly improving patient care[3][5].
• Connectors and Specialized Services: Gematik is working on the development and approval of connectors that establish a secure connection between service providers and the TI. These connectors perform functions such as connecting card readers, signing documents and data, as well as preprocessing and securing data[2].

The main mission of Gematik is to drive the digitalization of the German healthcare system and optimize healthcare for 70 million people. This is achieved by creating a valued telematics infrastructure that focuses on interoperability, compatibility, and security. Gematik works pragmatically, solution-oriented, and passionately towards realizing these goals[1][3][5].

• Digital Inclusion: Gematik advocates for the digital inclusion of all stakeholders in the healthcare system, including the nursing sector. The introduction of digital applications such as the secure email service KIM and the ePA facilitates the daily work of nursing staff[5].
• Gender Equality: Gematik supports initiatives to empower and develop women in leadership positions in healthcare, as evidenced by participation in events such as the autumn meeting of Healthcare Women e.V.[5].
• Transparency and Collaboration: Gematik places great importance on transparency in reporting and close relationships with shareholders and other stakeholders. This is reflected in regular exchange formats such as the Connectathon, where manufacturers and users come together to develop solutions[5].

Gematik GmbH is led by a management team consisting of Dr. Florian Fuhrmann, Brenya Adjei, and Dr. Florian Hartge, who have held their roles since September 2024. The Federal Ministry of Health holds 51% of the shareholder shares, while the GKV-Spitzenverband holds 22.05% and finances 93% of Gematik's work. Other shareholders include the leading organizations of service providers and the Association of Private Health Insurance[1][3][4].

Gematik adheres to the principles of good corporate governance and active participation management in the federal sector, as outlined in the Public Corporate Governance Code (PCGK). This includes effective collaboration between management and the supervisory board, transparency in reporting, and appropriate risk and compliance management[4].

Through its work, Gematik significantly contributes to the sustainable improvement of medical care in Germany and advocates for a future-oriented and patient-centered healthcare system.

• 1 - https://www.gematik.de/ueber-uns/struktur
• 2 - https://www.secunet.com/projekte/gematik
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gematik
• 4 - https://www.gematik.de/media/gematik/Medien/Ueber_uns/Dokumente/gematik_Corporate_Governance_Bericht_2021.pdf
• 5 - https://www.gematik.de/ueber-uns