No More Hassle of Managing Medical Reports: Here’s How to Create Your ABHA ID

If you, too, find yourself scrambling to locate all your medical reports every time you visit a doctor, then the ABHA ID (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) is an incredibly useful tool for you. Through this system, you can securely store all your medical reports digitally in one centralized location and instantly share them with a doctor whenever needed. Read on to discover the simple, step-by-step process for creating one online.

It is a common occurrence during medical emergencies that old health reports, prescriptions, or essential test-related documents go missing. This lack of a complete medical history during treatment can significantly complicate the care process. In such critical moments, the ABHA ID (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) proves to be invaluable. The ABHA ID functions as a digital health identity, keeping all your medical records stored securely and in an organized manner within a single repository. Consequently, you no longer need to physically carry bulky medical files with you every time you visit a hospital or consult a doctor. With just a single click on your smartphone, your entire health history can be instantly presented to your doctor.

What is an ABHA ID?

The ABHA ID acts as a smart digital health locker where all your medical information remains secure and can be easily shared whenever required.
It is a unique, 14-digit health ID that serves as a central repository for all your medical records. This ensures that your health data is easily accessible to any hospital or doctor across the country.
The primary benefit of this system is that it eliminates the need to undergo the same diagnostic tests repeatedly, thereby saving time and facilitating more effective medical treatment.

Who Can Create an ABHA ID?

• All Indian citizens are eligible to create an ABHA ID.
• If you are 18 years of age or older, you can create the ID for yourself.
• If the beneficiary is a minor child, their parents or guardians can create the ABHA ID on their behalf.
• An ABHA ID can also be created for a newborn baby.
• Essentially, anyone who wishes to maintain their medical information in a digital format is eligible to apply for one.

What Documents Are Required?

To create an ABHA ID, you will simply need the following items:

• Aadhaar Card or Driving License
• Mobile Number
• The best part is that no additional documents are required to create it.

How to Create an ABHA Card Online?

Open a browser on your mobile phone or computer and visit the ABDM website. You can also download the ABHA app on your smartphone. Next:

• Click on the “Create ABHA Number” option.
• Select one of the options: Aadhaar Card or Driving License.
• Enter your ID number.
• You will receive an OTP on the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar.
• Enter the OTP to verify your identity.
• Subsequently, your name and Date of Birth will auto-populate.
• If required, you may also fill in additional details, such as your email address.
• Now, choose a unique username for yourself.
• This username will function like a UPI ID for your health records.
• Your ABHA card will be generated instantly. You can save it as a PDF or print it out.

Benefits of the ABHA Card

• The ABHA card significantly simplifies your health-related tasks. Some of its major benefits include:
• All your prescriptions, test reports, and discharge papers are securely stored in one centralized location.
• You can instantly share your reports with a doctor or hospital online, regardless of which city or state you are in.
• Consulting a doctor online becomes easier, as doctors can access and review your medical history remotely.
• The anxiety of losing old reports or having to scramble to find files during an emergency is eliminated.
• Many medical stores (pharmacies) have now also started issuing digital prescriptions to you via ABHA.