Ayushman Bharat Health Account!

About ABHA

Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) is an initiative by the government of India to create a centralized system containing all health-related databases.

This database can only be accessed after the consent of the individual. This is highly secure and private. So yes, there is no need for individuals to worry about data breaches. In case a user wishes to share the data, the same can be done with their consent only. Until and unless the consent is there, no other person can have access to the details created.

ABHA is an initiative under ABDM. The major agenda behind introducing it is to offer a unique digital health ID to every individual. This ID will help them to access medical records easily. The identification ID generated will be a 14-digit code, and people will be able to use it in any part of India.

Along with it, with the help of a 14-digit code, people can share their medical records with professionals in any part of the world, irrespective of geographical restrictions. Ultimately the agenda is to offer healthcare facilities in a streamlined way, and the database having the information accessed is termed as National Digital Health Ecosystem (NDHE).

This one is a secure portal, and the encryption options in consideration are highly secure that without consent of the respective individual, no one can have access to the details at all.

Documents required for ABHA registration

When people are looking forward to registering for ABHA, there are several documents that are required by them. Do know that physical copies are not required. Instead, these are required when initiating the online registration.

How to generate ABHA Number!

In general, there are three ways available helpful in generating ABHA numbers. These are as follows:

With the help of the official website @healthid.ndhm.gov.in

ABHA mobile application

With the help of third-party applications

Steps to generate your Ayushman Bharat Health Account number (Health ID)

When a user has all the documents on their side, they are all set to generate the account number. The steps are very simple to consider:

Launch the ABHA mobile application or visit the official NDHM website.
Opt for the ‘Proceed to generate my ABHA number’ choice. Alternatively, you can register at this link: https://abha.abdm.gov.in.
Input either your PAN, Aadhaar, or driver’s license number.
An OTP will be generated and sent to your registered mobile number for verification.
Next, you will be prompted to enter your mobile number and receive another OTP to confirm it on your device.
Once the National Health Authority validates your mobile number, a form page will be displayed. This form will require you to furnish details such as your name, age, gender, email address, and other personal particulars.
Following the submission of your responses, you can download your ABHA ID. These credentials will grant you access to all the services offered by ABHA upon logging in.”

The Doctor/patient management software

The Healthray App helps in staff management and keeping track of available doctor .

The Software for hospital billing

The Healthray App helps in billing and arranging the expenses of the patients.

The Discharge Summary of Patient

The Healthray App discharge summary of every patient plus accessible.

What are the benefits of an ABHA health card?

ABHA comes up with several benefits as well that make it a must-consider. These are as follows:

Digital health record

Users will be able to access the health record from admission to treatment and to discharge in a paperless way. Every report will be available on this portal, and whenever required, they can access it. In case of emergencies as well, this turns out to be useful for them.

Consent-based Access

Until and unless a person is not ready to share the information, the same cannot be shared with anyone at all. Clear and informed consent will be available when it comes to sharing the details. If a user desires to withdraw consent, they will have the option to do so effortlessly.

Secured and private

ABHA comes up with first-class security and considers the best encryption mechanisms. These are helpful in securing the information from all possible data breaches, and also, without the consent of the respective individual, no one can access the details.

Voluntary opt-in

There is no restriction on users. The decision to create the ABHA ID is entirely up to them. If they do not want to have access to such services, they can simply drop the same idea.

Personal health records (PHR)

People will be able to access their Personal health records whenever required. All the details are available on the same portal, and whenever they need, they can try it. The best part is health history will be created within ABHA, and from start to end, the details are available.

Inclusive Access

The ABHA portal is easy to access, and users will be able to access the reports with the help of a smart device. If they just have the health card available with the required details, they can access the details in any part of the world without geographical restrictions.