Digital Health Incentives Scheme

August 5, 2023

GS Paper II Indian Polity and Governance

Context:

The National Health Authority (NHA) announces extension of its Digital Health Incentives Scheme (DHIS) under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) till 31st December 2023.

About Digital Health Incentives Scheme:

It was launched with effect from 1st January, 2023 as part of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.
Under the DHIS, the eligible health facilities and digital solutions companies shall be able to earn financial incentives of up to Rs. 4 crores based on the number of digital health records created and linked to ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) numbers of the patients.
Under DHIS, incentives are provided to hospitals and diagnostic labs and to the providers of digital health solutions for enabling transformative digitization under ABDM.

Significance:

The scheme proved to be a significant catalyst in promoting the adoption of digital health technologies and practices in healthcare delivery across the country.

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)

Aim: To provide digital health IDs for all Indian citizens to help hospitals, insurance firms, and citizens access health records electronically when required.
Implementing Agency: National Health Authority (NHA)

News Source: PIB