Question

What is the purpose of the Healthcare Professionals Registry (HPR)?

• A. To list all available hospital beds
• B. To manage appointment scheduling for doctors
• C. To provide a comprehensive database of healthcare professionals
• D. To track the supply of medicines

Answer 1

Answer:

C. To provide a comprehensive database of healthcare professionals

HPR is a core building block of the ABDM that gives every registered professional a unique digital ID and enables them to be a part of India's digital health ecosystem. This allows for easy verification of their credentials, promotes trust among patients, and facilitates their participation in digital health services like telemedicine.