Kerala has hit a major milestone in its healthcare digitization journey its e-Health project now covers 1,001 public medical facilities. The expansion includes a wide range of institutions: 19 medical colleges, 33 district or general hospitals, 87 taluk hospitals, 77 community health centres, 554 family health centres, 99 urban family health centres, 15 specialty hospitals, 3 public health labs, and over 100 other health facilities.

This digital backbone isn’t just for show: more than 2.63 crore people have created permanent UHIDs (Unique Health IDs) via the system, which ties together a person’s health records across visits. Temporary registrations are also very high, with over 6.73 crore sessions recorded, and 16.85 lakh hospital admissions through the e-Health portal.

Patients now enjoy several modern conveniences: booking OP tickets in advance, getting follow-up tokens through the MeHealth app or e-Health portal, and scanning QR codes for “Scan & Book” services all designed to reduce queues and make visits smoother.

On the backend, Kerala’s e-Health system is built on a robust IT framework with two main modules a Hospital Management System and a Public Health Management System. This allows digital payments, paperless processes, and centralized data reinforcing stronger, more efficient care delivery.

Health Minister Veena George said the initiative is transforming how people interact with government hospitals, making services more accessible and user-friendly. With technology in place, Kerala is pushing toward a future where high-quality healthcare doesn’t just require a trip to the hospital it can start with a click.