The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi is set to become a model facility under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), focusing on the exclusive use of electronic prescriptions (e-prescriptions). This initiative aims at enhancing healthcare delivery by digitizing patient records and streamlining services. Data from the ABDM dashboard reveal notable progress in beneficiary registration (400 million, as of June 3, 2023) and health records linkage (273 million). The registrations of over 208,000 health facilities and 190,000 health care professionals have been verified by ABDM.
As part of this transformation, AIIMS Delhi will integrate its systems with the ABDM framework, ensuring that all medical staff are registered under the Healthcare Professionals Registry (HPR).The Healthcare Professionals Registry (HPR) ensures a verified database of doctors and healthcare workers, while the Healthcare Facilities Registry (HFR) provides a centralized listing of hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. Additionally, there will be full integration of laboratory services with the national digital health network, facilitating seamless access to patient data across various healthcare providers.
How does the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) aim to transform India’s healthcare system?
India launched the ABDM in 2021 to strengthen the digital health ecosystem by developing and integrating health data records and registries. It introduces the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA), a 14-digit unique health ID that enables individuals to store and share medical records seamlessly. By implementing e-prescriptions and linking patient records through the ABHA, the mission seeks to improve transparency, accessibility, and efficiency in healthcare services nationwide.
This move is expected to significantly benefit patients by reducing paperwork, minimizing errors associated with manual prescriptions, and providing easier access to their health records. It also represents a step forward in leveraging technology to enhance the quality of healthcare delivery in India.
