Bihar State Health System Digitization

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The "Mukhya Mantri Digital Health Yojana" (MMDHY) represents an initiative aimed at digitizing Bihar's state health system to enhance the standard of living for its citizens. This project envisions an evolved patient-centric, agile, and digital healthcare era, transitioning from a system-centric to a beneficiary-centric approach. The digital health ecosystem aims to provide seamless, uninterrupted treatment at the right time, transforming the healthcare landscape in Bihar. 

Integrating 13000+ patient health facilities across Bihar, enhancing healthcare quality and transparency through digitization.
client name

State Health Society, Govt. of Bihar

service provided
  • Digital Transformation

sectors

Tech Innovation

location

Bihar

Tenure

5 years

Objective

The primary objective was to create an integrated digital healthcare ecosystem that can address and overcome existing systematic gaps. By amalgamating the silos of current health applications under state health schemes, the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), and the National Health Mission (NHM), the initiative seeks to provide a cohesive and efficient healthcare service delivery system. This transformation is expected to benefit patients, healthcare professionals, the government, and citizens alike by improving access to healthcare and strengthening the continuum of care across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. 

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Key Initiatives and Technological Advancements in Healthcare Digitization

One of the key initiatives was the comprehensive mapping of Health Facility Records (HFR) and Health Professional Records to ensure geographical proximity and clinical accuracy. The introduction of QR codes for real-time registration streamlined the patient registration process, while an online appointment system enabled citizens to book appointments at any state health facility through a user-friendly portal. The shift towards paperless operations facilitated real-time monitoring of health delivery mechanisms, significantly enhancing efficiency and reducing administrative burdens. A cornerstone of the project was the establishment of a Control and Command Centre (CCC), which serves as a centralized hub for state-level healthcare administration.

The CCC incorporates advanced communication tools, data sharing capabilities, and secure channels for classified information, enabling seamless coordination and monitoring. Additionally, the deployment of the m-ASHA app empowered ASHA workers to reach out to communities more effectively, improving data collection and decision-making processes. Encouraging the creation of ABHA IDs under ABDM further ensured data availability and effective crisis management. Help desk staff are responsible for providing technical support to end-users of BHAVYA applications who encounter issues with their hardware or software. Some of the key responsibilities of help desk staff includes: Answering Queries, Troubleshooting Technical Problem, Providing Technical Support.

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Comprehensive Implementation and Operational Excellence

Bihar has distinguished itself as the only state in India with all requisite Health Information Management System (HIMS) modules operational. The project successfully implemented several key components. Health Facility and Professional Records Mapping was executed to ensure efficient and accurate service delivery. 

Paperless activities enabled real-time monitoring of health services, and the Control and Command Centre served as a centralized hub for healthcare administration and monitoring. 

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Sustainable Innovations and Economic Benefits

The project focused on sustainability within the healthcare sector by implementing data-driven research to address healthcare issues stemming from climate change, transitioning to paperless operations, and promoting evidence-based policy making. This approach not only improved the quality of healthcare service provisioning but also facilitated easy access to services through interactive digital mediums, enhancing public awareness and participation. 

The resulting preventive measures have the potential to reduce costly health problems, saving families significant expenses and enabling funds to be redirected towards economically productive activities. Additionally, the digitization of public healthcare services has paved the way for innovation, enriching the healthcare ecosystem and creating new opportunities for industries involved in healthcare products and services. 

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