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SMART Client Authorization

SMART Defines Two Patterns For Client Authorization:

  • SMART App Launch. Authorizes a user-facing app to connect to Aidbox, enabling it to access "launch context" like a selected patient, based on the user's session in an EHR or choice at launch. This also delegates the user’s permissions to the app.

  • SMART Backend services. Authorizes a backend service to connect to Aidbox, enabling interaction with an EHR without direct user involvement, using pre-assigned permissions.

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