India’s National Health Authority is offering incentives to healthcare providers and other stakeholders in the country’s digital healthcare ecosystem who are promoting the creation of digital medical records.
Up to Rs. This is provided based on the number of digital health records created and linked to the Ayushman Bharat Health Account.
The Indian government has set aside 500 crore rupees ($6 million) to implement the plan over the next six months.
why it matters
According to a press release, the Digital Health Incentive Scheme will promote digital health trade in India under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
NHA CEO Dr. NHA CEO Dr Ram Sewak Sharma explained.
This incentive comes as similar incentive schemes have encouraged the adoption of other public health related systems such as Unified Payments Interface, Tuberculosis Case Notification and Janani Suraksha Yojana. Maternal intervention program.
the bigger trend
The NHA, which conducts ABDM, has been committed to building the Digital Health Ecosystem in India.last year it was Reached out to the health IT player It helps strengthen the country’s digital health capabilities through various systems that connect all health stakeholders. also, open platform It features a digital registry of healthcare providers and facilities, a unique healthcare ID, a consent framework, and universal access to healthcare facilities.
