Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
Why in the News?
National Health Authority (NHA) launched the 100 Microsite Project under ABDM.
Quick Facts
Purpose: To integrate digital health solutions for continuum of care, and effective utilization of resources
Type: Central Sector Scheme
Tenure: 5 years
Implementing Agency: National Health Authority (NHA)
Objective Of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
To support the integrated digital health infrastructure of the country to bridge the gaps in existing digital health solutions.
Salient Features Of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission :
Key componenets:
ABHA and ABHA App
ABHA is a 14-digit identification number, generated using an Aadhaar or mobile number. A hassle-free method of accessing and sharing your health records digitally.
ABHA App allows self-uploading/scanning of existing physical health records such as diagnostic reports, prescriptions, etc.
Health Facility Registry:
Comprehensive repository of all health facilities (Includes both public and private health facilitie) of country across different systems of medicine
Healthcare Professionals Registry:
Comprehensive repository of all healthcare professionals involved in healthcare delivery services across both modern and traditional systems of medicine.
Unified Health Interface (UHI):
Envisioned as an open protocol for various digital health services.
UHI will enable service including appointment teleconsultation, etc.
Microsite Project:
A Microsite is a defined universe of healthcare stakeholders (all healthcare providers, labs, pharmacies etc.) interconnected by a common characteristic which among others include
A defined geographical area
Common ownership
Part of a common association/ group etc.
Microsites are implemented with the objective to counter various challenges encountered in ABDM adoption, especially for Private sector providers.
Focused outreach efforts within a Microsite can increase awareness about ABDM and showcase different benefits of ABDM for both patients and providers.
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) Rules, Interest Rate & Benefits
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission is fundamentally reshaping how healthcare is managed and delivered in India.
By establishing a completely paperless, smartphone-driven health ecosystem, it eliminates the risk of lost medical files, speeds up clinical decision-making during emergencies, and creates a transparent infrastructure.
Through targeted initiatives like the 100 Microsite Project, ABDM is successfully expanding its digital net, ensuring that accessible, connected, and high-quality healthcare reaches every corner of the country.
