India is committed to its Digital India Mission which implies that all the departments and schemes of the country are shifting their paper-based work to digitised platforms. The proper use of technology not only improves the efficiency of operations but increases the degree of convenience and ease for people as well.
Aligning with the same, the government of India launched the myCGHS app to digitise healthcare services. The online application aims to provide access to Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) members to carry out various medical functions ranging from accessing and sharing one’s digital medical records to booking doctor appointments.
Read the news article to learn more about the online application and how it can improve the lives of people and medical professionals.
What Is The myCGHS App?
The government of India launched the myCGHS app to allow the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) members to carry out several medical functions from the comfort of their homes. The application provides access to many functions such as accessing one’s health records, booking appointments, checking the status of medical claims, etc.
The application is available for both, android and iOS users so that no one stays deprived due to software issues. Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) members can download the app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Benefits
The digital application has several benefits for CGHS members. All those benefits are listed below in brief for one’s better understanding and reference:
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Both, people and medical authorities can easily view the medical records of registered CGHS members through the app.
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Users are also given the option of scheduling appointments with various medical professionals. This eliminates the need to physically visit hospitals only for an appointment.
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Members with the app can also track the status of their medical claims and compensations and keep a check on their expenses.
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The digital application also provides people with information on available diagnostic tests and medications in CGHS pharmacies and labs. This allows the users to plan and schedule their visits accordingly without any waste of time.
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myCGHS also has teleconsultation services through which people have a way of communicating with doctors through the online platform.
Beneficiaries Of The myCGHS App
People from a wide background are covered under the digital application. All those who can benefit from the application are as follows:
- CGHS members
- Family members of CGHS members
- Senior citizens
- Medical staff working in CGHS facilities
Conclusion
The myCGHS digital application is an innovative measure launched to allow people and medical professionals to carry out several medical functions like accessing one’s medical records with just a few taps on the screen.
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