MONTGOMERY, AL / ACCESS Newswire / March 18, 2025 / With growing industry concern over the future of open-source interoperability, Innovar Healthcare is introducing BridgeLink, an open-source fork of Mirth Connect designed to ensure that healthcare organizations retain control over their data exchange infrastructure.
In recent weeks, reports have circulated suggesting that NextGen may be moving toward restricting access to the Mirth Connect source code. While the full extent of these potential changes remains unclear, many in the healthcare community have expressed concern about the long-term availability of an open-source version of Mirth Connect. BridgeLink is Innovar's commitment to keeping an open, community-driven alternative available-one that prioritizes transparency, collaboration, and vendor-neutral innovation.
Learn more at www.innovarhealthcare.com/bridgelink
Why BridgeLink?
Preserving Open Access - Regardless of what happens to Mirth Connect's source code, BridgeLink ensures there is an open-source alternative.
Built by Interoperability Experts - Led by a team with extensive experience in healthcare data exchange and open-source development.
Community-Driven Development - Unlike proprietary solutions, BridgeLink evolves based on real-world needs rather than corporate priorities.
Join the Movement for Open Interoperability
GitHub Repository - Download and contribute at GitHub.
Slack Community - Join the discussion at BridgeLink Slack.
Direct Download - Get BridgeLink at BridgeLink Download Page.
Company Website - Learn more at www.innovarhealthcare.com.
Follow Us on LinkedIn - Stay updated at LinkedIn.
About Innovar Healthcare
Headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, Innovar Healthcare is a trusted leader in healthcare interoperability, specializing in open-source solutions, data exchange, and integration-focused software. With deep expertise in the Mirth Connect ecosystem, Innovar is committed to removing barriers to data exchange through its Lightswitch network and dedicated interoperability services. By delivering vendor-neutral technology, Innovar ensures seamless integration across healthcare systems, empowering organizations with flexibility, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Loyd Bittle
CEO, Innovar Healthcare
press@innovarhealthcare.com
As the healthcare industry awaits further clarity on the future of Mirth Connect, BridgeLink ensures that an open-source, community-driven alternative remains available-regardless of corporate decisions. The future of healthcare integration should be defined by the community, not a single vendor.
SOURCE: Innovar Healthcare
