What is the HPR initiative in Bihar?

The HPR initiative enables doctors to issue digital prescriptions, a key step towards paperless healthcare delivery in Bihar's government facilities.

What are the consequences for non-compliance with HPR registration in Bihar?

From March onwards, non-compliant doctors and nurses in Bihar's public sector may face administrative actions, including salary disbursement stoppage.

Is Bihar planning to ban private practice for government doctors?

Yes, the Bihar state government is considering a ban on private practice for government doctors as part of its Saat Nischay-3 program for 2025-30.

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Bihar Doctors Face Salary Cuts for HPR Non-Compliance

5 Feb

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Summary

Doctors and nurses registration for digital prescriptions is uneven across Bihar.
Non-compliant medical staff may face salary stoppage from March.
Ban on private practice for government doctors is planned for 2025-30.

Bihar Doctors Face Salary Cuts for HPR Non-Compliance

Bihar is strongly pushing for a paperless healthcare system through the Health Professional Registry (HPR). This initiative aims to streamline consultations and dispensing in government facilities, enabling doctors to issue digital prescriptions.

Compliance with HPR registration is currently uneven. While a majority of government nurses have registered, only about 66% of government doctors have completed the process. The private sector shows significantly lower registration rates, with less than 12% of doctors and 14.5% of nurses enrolled.