Ayushman Bharat Yojana: The Central Government has launched the ‘Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana’ to provide healthcare facilities to the public. Under this scheme, it is essential for beneficiaries to be aware of the empanelled (listed) hospitals. The National Health Authority (NHA) is implementing a digital system to streamline hospital registration, monitor facilities, and enhance transparency in healthcare services.
For this purpose, the HEM (Hospital Empanelment and Management) portal records hospital-related information. Hospitals must ensure that their documentation, address, and details regarding available facilities are accurate to avoid any complications during the claims process.
What is the HEM Module?
The HEM module is a digital system designed for hospital registration and management. Its primary objective is to organise hospital information, monitor available facilities, and ensure transparency throughout the entire process. This portal is used to manage hospital details and essential documentation. Consequently, hospital management must regularly verify the information recorded on the portal and update it whenever necessary.
What are the EHR and ABHA Systems?
According to the guidelines, effective March 1, 2026, it will be mandatory for hospitals participating in the Ayushman Bharat scheme to adopt the ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) system for health records and implement a robust Hospital Management Information System (HMIS).
ABHA serves as a digital health account, while the EHR (Electronic Health Record) stores a patient’s medical history—including illnesses, diagnostic tests, and treatments—in a digital format. The HMIS facilitates the digital management of patient records within the hospital.
Keep Documents Updated
Outdated or incorrect information on the HEM portal can lead to significant issues for hospitals, particularly regarding registration and the processing of claims. Hospitals must ensure that their name, address, and other relevant details on the portal are accurate. It is crucial to keep all required documents updated and clearly presented.
Furthermore, hospitals must record information about the facilities they offer correctly. Hospitals are also required to follow all verification guidelines and stay updated on the regulations governing digital health systems. If there is a delay in updating the information, please ensure that the documents are kept secure.