CCPC investigates suspected anti-competitive conduct in the healthcare software sector

                        	

September 27, 2024

                        	

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has opened an investigation into suspected breaches of competition law by the healthcare software company, Clanwilliam.


The investigation relates to the provision of Electronic Patient Record (EPR) software and related services such as electronic referrals and text messaging services. EPR software is an important tool in the healthcare sector and typically helps healthcare professionals to manage patient consultations; update, store and share patient records; process and analyse patients’ clinical information; manage appointment bookings; and manage prescriptions.


Anyone who believes they may have information relevant to the CCPC’s investigation is invited to submit it by email, on a confidential basis, to competitionenforcement@ccpc.ie. A survey of GPs will also take place as part of the investigation.


As the investigation is ongoing, the CCPC is not in a position to provide any further information at this time.
		

                  

                				
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CCPC Probes Healthcare Software Company for Potential Antitrust Violations

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has initiated an investigation into Clanwilliam, a healthcare software company, for suspected violations of competition law.

 The focus of the investigation is on Clanwilliam's provision of Electronic Patient Record (EPR) software and related services, which are crucial tools for healthcare professionals in managing patient information and clinical processes.

 Individuals with relevant information can confidentially submit it to the CCPC via email, and a survey of General Practitioners (GPs) will be conducted as part of the inquiry.

 Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, the CCPC is unable to disclose further details at this time.



CCPC Probes Healthcare Software Company for Potential Antitrust Violations

The CCPC is investigating Clanwilliam for potential breaches of competition law in the healthcare software sector.