Mechanisms for implementing digitalization in healthcare

Abstract

The significant spread of information and communication technologies served as the basis for the formation of a new digital society based on knowledge, which led to the active digitalization of the healthcare sector. Breakthrough achievements in the field of healthcare, expanding the circle of people who have the opportunity to receive high-tech care, increasing the mobility of medical services and the introduction of telemedicine, as well as improving the quality of medical services, but also optimizing the costs of their provision, have become a reality thanks to digitalization.

To ensure acceptable conditions for all participants in the medical services market, it is necessary to develop an effective mechanism for safe functioning that allows for constructive interaction of market participants in the process of digitalization of the healthcare sector.

The article examines the theoretical foundations of the implementation of digitalization, namely innovative technologies and an innovative system in healthcare. The article also discusses the modern mechanism of the process of digitalization of the healthcare sector, which has a direct impact on the quality of life of the population.

The main problems and positive aspects of the considered issue are outlined: economic, social, professional. The legislative framework for the implementation of digital healthcare in the Republic of Kazakhstan is described.

The purpose of the study is to consider the main mechanisms for the implementation of digitalization in healthcare in Kazakhstan.