Epic Fhir MCP Server for AutoGen 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Microsoft AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and execute tasks collaboratively. Add Epic Fhir as an MCP tool provider through Vinkius and every agent in the group can access live data and take action.
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import asyncio
from autogen_agentchat.agents import AssistantAgent
from autogen_ext.tools.mcp import McpWorkbench
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
async with McpWorkbench(
server_params={"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"},
transport="streamable_http",
) as workbench:
tools = await workbench.list_tools()
agent = AssistantAgent(
name="epic_fhir_agent",
tools=tools,
system_message=(
"You help users with Epic Fhir. "
"10 tools available."
),
)
print(f"Agent ready with {len(tools)} tools")
asyncio.run(main())
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About Epic Fhir MCP Server
Connect Epic electronic health records to any AI agent and query clinical data through natural conversation instead of navigating complex EHR interfaces.
AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and collaboratively use Epic Fhir tools. Connect 10 tools through Vinkius and assign role-based access. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates, with optional human-in-the-loop approval for sensitive operations.
What you can do
- Patient Search — Find patients by name, date of birth, or medical record number across your Epic system
- Clinical Encounters — Review admissions, ER visits, and outpatient appointments with dates, reasons, and locations
- Lab Results & Vitals — Pull observations including blood work, vital signs, and social history with reference ranges
- Diagnoses & Conditions — List active and resolved conditions with ICD-10 codes, onset dates, and severity
- Medications & Allergies — View current prescriptions, dosage instructions, and documented allergic reactions
- Appointments & Immunizations — Check upcoming schedules and full vaccination history with lot numbers
The Epic Fhir MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to AutoGen in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Epic Fhir to AutoGen via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Epic Fhir MCP Server with AutoGen.
Install AutoGen
Run pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Integrate into workflow
Use the agent in your AutoGen multi-agent orchestration
Explore tools
The workbench discovers 10 tools from Epic Fhir automatically
Why Use AutoGen with the Epic Fhir MCP Server
AutoGen provides unique advantages when paired with Epic Fhir through the Model Context Protocol.
Multi-agent conversations: multiple AutoGen agents discuss, delegate, and collaboratively use Epic Fhir tools to solve complex tasks
Role-based architecture lets you assign Epic Fhir tool access to specific agents. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates
Human-in-the-loop support: agents can pause for human approval before executing sensitive Epic Fhir tool calls
Code execution sandbox: AutoGen agents can write and run code that processes Epic Fhir tool responses in an isolated environment
Epic Fhir + AutoGen Use Cases
Practical scenarios where AutoGen combined with the Epic Fhir MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Collaborative analysis: one agent queries Epic Fhir while another validates results and a third generates the final report
Automated review pipelines: a researcher agent fetches data from Epic Fhir, a critic agent evaluates quality, and a writer produces the output
Interactive planning: agents negotiate task allocation using Epic Fhir data to make informed decisions about resource distribution
Code generation with live data: an AutoGen coder agent writes scripts that process Epic Fhir responses in a sandboxed execution environment
Epic Fhir MCP Tools for AutoGen (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Epic Fhir to AutoGen via MCP:
get_patient
Returns name, DOB, gender, race, ethnicity, address, phone, email, and all identifiers. Get patient details by ID
list_allergies
Includes substance, reaction type, severity, and clinical status. List allergies and intolerances
list_appointments
Includes date/time, provider, location, and status. List patient appointments
list_conditions
Includes ICD-10 codes, clinical status, verification status, onset date, and severity. List diagnoses and conditions
list_diagnostic_reports
Includes report type, results, conclusion, and performing organization. List diagnostic reports
list_encounters
Includes encounter type, period, reason, and location. List patient encounters/visits
list_immunizations
Includes vaccine type (CVX code), administration date, dose, site, and lot number. List immunizations
list_medications
Includes medication name, dosage, frequency, route, prescriber, and status. List medication requests
list_observations
Filter by category: vital-signs, laboratory, social-history. Includes values, units, reference ranges, and interpretation. List clinical observations
search_patients
Returns patient demographics including name, DOB, gender, address, and identifiers. Search patients by name, DOB, or MRN
Example Prompts for Epic Fhir in AutoGen
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your AutoGen agent to start working with Epic Fhir immediately.
"Find all patients named Smith born in 1985."
"Show me the latest lab results for patient e63wACU8F."
"List all active medications for this patient."
Troubleshooting Epic Fhir MCP Server with AutoGen
Common issues when connecting Epic Fhir to AutoGen through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
McpWorkbench not found
pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"Epic Fhir + AutoGen FAQ
Common questions about integrating Epic Fhir MCP Server with AutoGen.
How does AutoGen connect to MCP servers?
Can different agents have different MCP tool access?
Does AutoGen support human approval for tool calls?
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Connect Epic Fhir to AutoGen
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.