The National Medical Commission of India has mandated that all medical colleges must ensure patients obtain an Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) ID as a prerequisite for registering for OPD, IPD, or emergency services at their affiliated hospitals. In its 14th meeting, the Commission decided that all patients must be registered with both the ABHA ID and the hospital's registration number. This measure is essential for authenticating patients and clinical materials, impacting decisions on the prospects of a college, such as increasing UG or PG seats, establishing new colleges, and annual renewals of permission or recognition to admit students.
The process of creating an ABHA ID is straightforward and can be easily facilitated with an Aadhaar Card. However, it is crucial that no patient is denied treatment due to the lack of an ABHA ID. Starting from the 2025-26 academic year, only…
