Regional Health Agency (ARS) - Ile-de-France
Mission
Support / Financing / Regulation
Type of actor
Institutional player
Fields of intervention
Health / Social care
Intervention zone
Regional
What is an Agence Régionale de Santé?
The ARS are autonomous public establishments under the supervision of the Ministry of Health. They are responsible for the regional management of the healthcare system, in line with national guidelines and as close as possible to the needs of the population. Their action is embodied in the regional health projects (PRS), drawn up in consultation with all regional health players. They set regional healthcare ambitions and priorities.
Missions
- Pilot public health policy, which includes health monitoring and safety, the definition, financing and evaluation of preventive and health promotion actions, and the anticipation, preparation and management of health crises, in liaison with the prefect;
- Regulating healthcare provision in the region, which aims to better meet needs and guarantee the efficiency of the healthcare system in the outpatient (city and hospital), hospital and medico-social (assistance and support for the elderly and disabled) sectors. In concrete terms, regulation is achieved by authorizing the creation of healthcare and medico-social establishments and services, monitoring their operation and allocating their resources.
- Foster the emergence of new organizations and collaborations between healthcare and medico-social professionals in the service of pathway-based medicine by funding experiments, notably within the framework of article 51.
ARSs are responsible for regional e-health policy in their region. They implement the national digital health policy at regional level with the support of a regional e-health development support group (GRADeS), to which they delegate all or part of the regional project management. ARSs support the development of core digital services (deployment of the DMP, use of secure health messaging systems, territorial digital services for coordinating healthcare pathways, etc.) and encourage innovative experimentation in all areas of healthcare policy.
I have a project. How can contacting ARS help me?
- To identify actions deployed as part of the implementation of the regional e-health strategy (regional telehealth offering, projects underway, regional tools deployed, healthcare priorities, etc.);
- To find ground for experimentation and liaise with regional delegations of federations representing healthcare and medico-social establishments, representatives of private practitioners, user representatives, etc.
- To know the regulatory framework in force and access reference documentation.
At what stage of my project should I contact you?
- From the mock-up / prototyping phase: know the e-health service offering deployed, be directed to existing healthcare innovation support schemes (e.g. DGOS calls for projects, IReSP, ANR, Conseil Régional, etc.) depending on the project's degree of maturity.
- During the development/commissioning phase: identify an experimentation field, benefit from financial support enabling the implementation of experiments in line with current thematic priorities and the schedule of calls for projects and calls for expressions of interest.
Do they finance projects?
Yes, ARS can finance experiments in response to calls for projects or calls for expressions of interest.
Accessible resources
Consult the ARS websites (under calls for projects and applications).
Practical Guide
All the questions you need to ask about ARS.
Who's the right person to talk to?
Each ARS comprises a head office and territorial/departmental delegations. To identify the referent(s) in charge of digital health, consult the organization chart of each ARS, whose head office generally includes a department in charge of innovation, digital health and/or information systems (e.g. ARS Ile-de-France's Department of Innovation, Research and Digital Transformation, ARS PACA's E-santé Department of the Information Systems Department, etc.
).The ARS also has a department in charge of digital health and information systems.Is there a charge for ARS services?
No
Can ARS provide individual support for my project?
Outside specific experimental frameworks (CFP, AMI, Article 51, etc.) the ARS cannot offer individual support to each project leader.
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The ARS Ile-de-France
The ARS Ile-de-France (Agence Régionale de Sante) is a key player in healthcare in France, and more specifically in the Ile-de-France region. It plays a central role in implementing health policy defined at national level, adapting it to the specific characteristics of the region. For those involved in digital health innovation, understanding the workings and priorities of the ARS IDF is essential. The agence regionale sante is a key partner for healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs wishing to innovate in the field of care.
Missions and Actions of the ARS
The mission of the regional health agency is to improve the health of the people of Ile-de-France, by acting on several fronts: the organization of care, prevention, health promotion, and support for healthcare professionals. It finances and pilots innovative projects, particularly in the digital field, to meet the challenges of access to care, an ageing population, and social and territorial inequalities in health. The calls for projects launched by the ARS are a unique opportunity to support innovative initiatives, whether in the field of telemedicine, connected objects, mobile applications, or artificial intelligence at the service of mental health.
Opportunities for Innovators
If you are an entrepreneur or researcher in the field of digital health, the ARS Île de France can be a key partner. The calls for projects regularly launched by the agency are a chance to benefit from funding and support to develop your project. The ARS also has job vacancies for healthcare professionals and digital experts. Working at ARS means making a direct contribution to improving the healthcare system in Île-de-France, by helping to design and implement innovative public policies. The ARS Director and his teams are particularly attentive to the challenges of digital health and its potential to transform healthcare.
Commitment to Regional Health
To keep up to date with ARS news, job offers, calls for projects, and events organized by the agency, visit its website and social networks regularly. You'll also find information on our actions in favor of mental health, chronic disease prevention and access to healthcare for all. ARS Île de France is committed to building a more efficient, innovative and equitable healthcare system for all Ile-de-France residents. The regional health agency is located in Saint Denis, in the Seine-Saint-Denis department. Health mediators are key players on the ground, helping to improve access to healthcare and promote health in local communities. The regional health projects run by ARS aim to strengthen health services and support health establishments in their care and prevention mission.
In short, ARS Île-de-France is an essential partner for all those wishing to innovate in the field of digital health. Whether in Paris, Saint Denis, or throughout the Île-de-France region, the agency offers opportunities to develop projects that improve people's health. By taking part in the information days and following the calls for projects, you can help shape the future of healthcare in France.