KI-basierte Arztbriefe – Zukunft oder Gefahr?
摘要
Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven discharge-letter tools aim to reduce documentation burden for clinicians.
ObjectiveMap the German-speaking market, compare feature sets and assess real-world feasibility, data security and costs.
MethodsStructured market scan (Jan–Mar 2025); 14 vendors contacted, 4 questionnaires, and 4 live demos analysed. A 26-item feature matrix and directed qualitative content analysis were applied.
ResultsResponse rate 28%. Full-stack systems (Atacama, Fraunhofer) covered 65% and 38% of features, producing almost complete letters yet requiring manual approval. Basic transcription tools (Grundig) generated raw text only. No product offered automatic ICD/OPS coding or therapy suggestions. Pricing ranged from € 49 per user/month to six-figure enterprise packages.
ConclusionAI-generated letters are technically viable but limited by interoperability gaps, missing reimbursement and strict EU-AI-Act requirements. Hospitals should launch KPI-driven pilots with privacy-by-design to build evidence.