As healthcare RFID systems become more pervasive, the security of the transmitted data and the potential for Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) become primary technical concerns. Because RFID signals can be intercepted, healthcare providers must implement robust encryption protocols to protect Protected Health Information (PHI). Modern tags utilize "Shielding" and "Password-Protected Memory" to ensure that patient identities cannot be accessed by unauthorized readers outside the hospital walls.

The issue of EMI is equally critical, particularly in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Operating Room. Wireless signals must be carefully managed to ensure they do not cause "Pacemaker Inhibition" or disrupt the telemetry of bedside monitors. Technical guidelines for the safe deployment of wireless systems in proximity to medical devices are explored in the Healthcare RFID Market industry outlook. This involves conducting "Wireless Site Surveys" to map the electromagnetic landscape and ensure that RFID readers are placed in locations that maximize data capture while minimizing interference.

Finally, the transition to the "Internet of Medical Things" (IoMT) requires that RFID data be seamlessly integrated into the hospital’s middleware and EHR systems. This requires standardized communication protocols that allow for the interoperability of different hardware brands. By addressing these security and interference challenges, the healthcare industry can fully realize the benefits of a "Transparent Supply Chain," where data flows as freely as the patients and equipment it tracks.