How to Make an ABHA Card?

How to Create an ABHA ID?

The National Health Authority (NHA) has launched a health savings account called ABHA to address the healthcare needs of the weaker sections of the nation. ABHA or Ayushman Bharat Health Account allows users to store all their health information in a centralized account and share it with doctors across the country. 

However, to access this account, you must create an ABHA ID (14-digit UID). So, it is necessary to learn how to generate this ID and get your ABHA card for a seamless healthcare experience.

What is the Process for Creating an ABHA Card?

Follow these steps to create an ABHA ID Card:

1. Visit the official website of ABHA.
2. Select “Create ABHA number” from the available options.
3. Choose your driving license or your Aadhaar card as proof of ID.
4. Click on the "Next" option,
5. Enter the ID number that you have selected. Make sure the Aadhaar number is linked to your mobile number.
6. Select the checkbox beside “I agree” after carefully reading through the declaration.
7. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number in the required field.
8. Finally, click on the "Submit" option to generate your digital ABHA ID.

What are the Documents Required to Apply for an ABHA Card?

You only need to provide proof of ID to create an ABHA card. This includes the following documents:

●  Aadhaar card
●  Voter ID card
●  PAN card
●  Driving license
●  Medical history declaration
●  Bank account details
●  Domicile certificate
●  Caste certificate.

How do you delete or deactivate an ABHA account?

The ABHA card comes with the flexibility of temporary deactivation and reactivation at your convenience. You can also delete the ABHA account permanently by following these easy steps:

1. Log in to your Ayushman Bharat Health Account by entering your ABHA ID
2. Click on “My Account”
3. Navigate “Deactivate ABHA ID” or “Delete ABHA ID” and select any one as per your preference

Note: When you select “Deactivate ABHA ID,” your account will be temporarily removed from the portal. You can reactivate it using your ABHA ID.

To deactivate or delete your Ayushman Bharat Health Account, select the “Continue” option.

What are the eligibility criteria for Applying for an ABHA Card?

The following are the eligibility criteria set by the Government of India to apply for an ABHA card:

• Any Indian citizen residing within the country's borders can apply for an ABHA card. NRIs are not eligible.
• There is no specific caste requirement to apply for an ABHA card. Whether you are an SC, ST, OBC, or General caste, you can apply for an ABHA card by following the process mentioned above.
• Individuals applying for the ABHA card must have their Aadhaar card linked to their mobile number and bank account.

How to Download an ABHA Card?

Follow any of these ways to download your Ayushman Bharat Health card:

Process 1

1.Navigate to www.abdm.gov.in (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission website)
2.Log in to the Ayushman Bharat Health Account with your ABHA ID
3.Search for the download option and click on it to download your ABHA health card.

Process 2

1.Open the Google Play Store and download the ABHA app.
2.Log in to your Ayushman Bharat Health Account with the 14-digit UID
3.Select the "Download" option to download your ABHA card.

Benefits of Having ABHA Address

If you have an ABHA address, it comes with many benefits, as follows:

1.Operates Across Nation

Since this address is recognised across India, you can avail yourself of healthcare benefits anywhere in the country.

2.Proper Medical Facility

With this feature, any possible delay in diagnosis and treatment can be avoided because past health records are instantly available. This helps healthcare providers be more informed when handling an emergency situation.  

 
3.Receiving Better Healthcare Service

When healthcare providers have all a patient's medical history, they will be able to make better treatment decisions, increasing the chance of receiving better healthcare services.  

4.Integrated Medical Records

Having all medical records stored digitally in a single location makes them easy for both the ABHA cardholder and the third party to access. 

5.Maintaining Data Privacy

The security system of ABHA is high to ensure that the sensitive private information of users is not breached.

How to Link ABHA Address to ABHA Number?

Now, you must link your ABHA address to your ABHA Number to use the ABHA Health Card's sharing feature (sharing of medical records with third parties): 
 

• Step 1: You have to go to the official National Health portal.
• Step 2: You must log in to your account using your ABHA credential.
• Step 3: Navigate to the website's main page and locate “Link ABHA Address”. 
• Step 4: A form will appear, and you must provide the information.  
• Step 5: After providing all the information, preview it and click “Submit.” This process is near-instant, and completion hardly takes a few minutes after registering.

How Does ABHA Address Work? 

The ABHA address facilitates and connects the nation with its verified and qualified doctors. Here is how having an ABHA address benefits you:

1. You share your ABHA address (yourname@abdm) with the healthcare provider.
2. After you give your consent, your prescription or medical record is digitally uploaded and linked to your ABHA account.
3. You can access it anytime and anywhere using your mobile phone or computer.

How Does ABHA Address Look Like? 

Your ABHA address is a self-declared username (like an email ID) used to sign in to the digital health ecosystem. A typical ABHA address looks like this: yourname@abdm.com. This is similar to your email address, where you use your name or alias as a username. 

This address becomes your gateway to everything — prescriptions, lab reports, past medical records, and doctor consultations, all in one place. Moreover, it is accessible only by you and those you consent to. 

So, now you can use the ABHA card to access top-notch healthcare facilities. Moreover, you can provide the ABHA details to insurers like Star Health provider to eliminate the hassles of health insurance claims and reimbursement. Since the ABHA account holds all your health-related information, it will be easier for insurance companies to verify them while you raise a claim.