DiPA
Digital Nursing Applications
All relevant information - from information on the question of what a DiPA is, which tasks the BfArM has (e.g. listing of reimbursable DiPA in the directory) and how the listing of a DiPA in the directory can be applied for, to information on how to obtain and use DiPA and references to relevant documents and other websites - can be found here.
Current status
The electronic application portal for submitting applications for the listing of a DiPA in the DiPA directory is also available from now on. In addition, the BfArM offers extensive consultation opportunities on DiPA, the application process, the proof of nursing benefit, and many other aspects. Appointments for consultations can be made through the BfArM Innovation Office.
DiPA Guide
The BfArM has prepared a guide with important information on process sequence, application procedure and the provision of evidence. Please note that the DiPA Guide (The Process for Digital Care Applications (DiPA) according to § 78a SGB XI - A Guide for Manufacturers and Users) is currently only available in German:
The BfArM is presently preparing an English version of the guide, which will be published here. The current information of data processing outside Germany will be updated in the guide with the next version. Please note the handout of data processing outside Germany.
DiPAV
The Ordinance on the Eligibility for Reimbursement of Digital Nursing Applications (DiPAV) was published on October 6th 2022. Please note that only a German version of the DiPAV is available.
The corresponding ministerial draft (only in German) of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG) is available under:
Contact
E-Mail:
dipa@bfarm.de
Phone: +49 (0)228 99 307-5989
Service times: 9:00-11:00 am (Monday to Friday)