New Delhi, Experts and doctors have lauded the mandatory linking of CGH beneficiary ID with ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) number and termed it as an important step towards revolutionizing healthcare access through digital health management. Is.
He said that this pioneering step has immense potential to reshape the healthcare landscape and offer seamless integration of healthcare services and enhance patient-centric care.
Experts said that by strengthening digital health records and facilitating interoperability between platforms, the initiative promises to streamline healthcare services, improve patient identification and raise the standard of care across the country.Ujala Cygnus Group Dr. Shuchin Bajaj, Founder and Director, Off Hospitals, said that linking CGHS beneficiary ID with ABHA ID has a significant impact on healthcare access and digital health management.
Dr Bajaj said, “By integrating these IDs, the government aims to streamline healthcare services, enhance patient identification and facilitate seamless sharing of digital health records across all platforms.,
He said, “This step not only promotes a more harmonious and efficient health care ecosystem but also lays the foundation for comprehensive health care delivery and monitoring.”Dr. Bajaj further said that this initiative expands the hospital options of the beneficiaries by integrating various health insurance schemes under the ABHA platform.
He said this wider network empowers CGHS beneficiaries to receive specialized treatment beyond the boundaries of the CGHS network, enhancing health care options and promoting patient autonomy.
Despite its transformative potential, the initiative is not without challenges. Addressing privacy concerns related to electronic sharing or sensitive medical data is paramount.“Upgrading IT infrastructure and training staff to handle ABHA can be an initial burden for hospitals. Additionally, there are interoperability challenges, which mean different health systems need to work together to make ABHA function effectively. There is a need to ensure smooth exchange of data between the systems,” stressed. D Girdhar Gyani, Founding Director, Association of Healthcare Providers (AHPI Healthcare Policy Advisors).
Overall, he said, the linking of CGHS beneficiary ID and ABHA ID is likely to be a positive development for both the beneficiaries and the hospitals.
Dr Gyani said, “However, addressing privacy concerns, ensuring digital access for all and providing incentives for hospitals are important for a smooth transition to maximize the benefits of this initiative."Dr Sachin Shah, Director, Neonatal and Child Intensive Care Services, Surya Mother and Child Super Specialty Hospital, Pune, said the directive requires all CGHS beneficiaries to link their CGHS beneficiary ID with their ABHA ID, with the aim of Ayushma aims to consolidate various government health care programs under the Bharat Digital Mission.
Dr Shah said, “This integration will establish a digital health identity for CGH beneficiaries, enabling secure storage of their digital health records within the ABDM framework. Additionally, this integration will provide access to various health care schemes on a single platform. “Will streamline access.”
He added, “Furthermore, this ID integration is expected to expand the treatment provider network accessible to patients. This translates into a broader spectrum of hospital options available for selection."According to the Health Ministry, the move aims to create digital health identities of beneficiaries and store their digital health records.
The ministry had last week said that the government has no ulterior motive behind linking the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiary ID with the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) number.
“ABHA is not a secret way for the government to track money. In fact, it is not linked to any monetary or fiscal scheme of the government. It is being introduced into government health programs like Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) ., Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Nikshay, U-Y (universal-immunization), e-Sanjeevani (teleconsultation), PMJAY, POSHA (Anganwadi) etc,” the ministry had said in a statement. I clarified, “The government has no ulterior motive nor does it require that the ABHA will ultimately apply to all Indian citizens at every health facility."
The health ministry said the initiative will allow CGHS beneficiaries to access their health records on their mobile phones, thereby saving money spent on frequent testing.
The ministry has also extended the deadline for linking the ABHA number with the CGHS ID by 120 days or four months from June 30, 2024. Kiosks will be set up at all welfare centers till June 30 to assist CGHS beneficiaries, an office memorandum said. Will be started.The ministry had earlier said that central government employees will mandatorily link their CGHS beneficiary ID with ABHA number from April 1, 2024.
He said that this pioneering step has immense potential to reshape the healthcare landscape and offer seamless integration of healthcare services and enhance patient-centric care.
Experts said that by strengthening digital health records and facilitating interoperability between platforms, the initiative promises to streamline healthcare services, improve patient identification and raise the standard of care across the country.Ujala Cygnus Group Dr. Shuchin Bajaj, Founder and Director, Off Hospitals, said that linking CGHS beneficiary ID with ABHA ID has a significant impact on healthcare access and digital health management.
Dr Bajaj said, “By integrating these IDs, the government aims to streamline healthcare services, enhance patient identification and facilitate seamless sharing of digital health records across all platforms.,
He said, “This step not only promotes a more harmonious and efficient health care ecosystem but also lays the foundation for comprehensive health care delivery and monitoring.”Dr. Bajaj further said that this initiative expands the hospital options of the beneficiaries by integrating various health insurance schemes under the ABHA platform.
He said this wider network empowers CGHS beneficiaries to receive specialized treatment beyond the boundaries of the CGHS network, enhancing health care options and promoting patient autonomy.
Despite its transformative potential, the initiative is not without challenges. Addressing privacy concerns related to electronic sharing or sensitive medical data is paramount.“Upgrading IT infrastructure and training staff to handle ABHA can be an initial burden for hospitals. Additionally, there are interoperability challenges, which mean different health systems need to work together to make ABHA function effectively. There is a need to ensure smooth exchange of data between the systems,” stressed. D Girdhar Gyani, Founding Director, Association of Healthcare Providers (AHPI Healthcare Policy Advisors).
Overall, he said, the linking of CGHS beneficiary ID and ABHA ID is likely to be a positive development for both the beneficiaries and the hospitals.
Dr Gyani said, “However, addressing privacy concerns, ensuring digital access for all and providing incentives for hospitals are important for a smooth transition to maximize the benefits of this initiative."Dr Sachin Shah, Director, Neonatal and Child Intensive Care Services, Surya Mother and Child Super Specialty Hospital, Pune, said the directive requires all CGHS beneficiaries to link their CGHS beneficiary ID with their ABHA ID, with the aim of Ayushma aims to consolidate various government health care programs under the Bharat Digital Mission.
Dr Shah said, “This integration will establish a digital health identity for CGH beneficiaries, enabling secure storage of their digital health records within the ABDM framework. Additionally, this integration will provide access to various health care schemes on a single platform. “Will streamline access.”
He added, “Furthermore, this ID integration is expected to expand the treatment provider network accessible to patients. This translates into a broader spectrum of hospital options available for selection."According to the Health Ministry, the move aims to create digital health identities of beneficiaries and store their digital health records.
The ministry had last week said that the government has no ulterior motive behind linking the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiary ID with the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) number.
“ABHA is not a secret way for the government to track money. In fact, it is not linked to any monetary or fiscal scheme of the government. It is being introduced into government health programs like Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) ., Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), Nikshay, U-Y (universal-immunization), e-Sanjeevani (teleconsultation), PMJAY, POSHA (Anganwadi) etc,” the ministry had said in a statement. I clarified, “The government has no ulterior motive nor does it require that the ABHA will ultimately apply to all Indian citizens at every health facility."
The health ministry said the initiative will allow CGHS beneficiaries to access their health records on their mobile phones, thereby saving money spent on frequent testing.
The ministry has also extended the deadline for linking the ABHA number with the CGHS ID by 120 days or four months from June 30, 2024. Kiosks will be set up at all welfare centers till June 30 to assist CGHS beneficiaries, an office memorandum said. Will be started.The ministry had earlier said that central government employees will mandatorily link their CGHS beneficiary ID with ABHA number from April 1, 2024.