Samsung Launches Health Records Feature with Eka Care
Seoul, Friday, 17 January 2025.
Samsung’s partnership with Eka Care introduces a health records feature, aligning with India’s Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission to enhance health management via the Samsung Health app.
Digital Health Integration
Launched on January 17, 2025, Samsung’s collaboration with Eka Care marks a significant advancement in digital healthcare management [3]. The new Health Records feature enables users to create and manage their Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) directly through the Samsung Health app, providing seamless access to medical records across India’s healthcare providers [1][3]. Users can register using either their Aadhaar or mobile numbers, ensuring secure access to their complete medical history [1].
Enhanced Features and Security
The integration introduces practical innovations for healthcare management, including a QR code scanning feature for virtual queue tokens during OPD visits at ABDM-compliant hospitals [3]. Security remains paramount, with all user data protected by Samsung’s Knox security platform [3]. The app encompasses comprehensive health monitoring capabilities, featuring medication management, sleep monitoring, and irregular heartbeat notifications [3].
Broader Digital Health Ecosystem
This partnership comes at a time when Samsung is expanding its digital health presence significantly. The company recently announced the expansion of its Galaxy Ring to 15 additional markets starting February 2025 [4], demonstrating its commitment to comprehensive health monitoring solutions. The collaboration with Eka Care, founded in December 2020 [1], represents a strategic step in building a more connected healthcare ecosystem, as emphasized by Deepak Tuli, Eka Care’s co-founder [2].
Future Implications
The initiative aligns with Samsung’s broader healthcare strategy, which includes various partnerships and innovations. According to Kyungyun Roo, Managing Director of Samsung Research Institute, this feature empowers users to take greater control of their health journey [1][3]. The collaboration is expected to significantly impact India’s digital health transformation, supporting the government’s vision for a comprehensive digital health ecosystem through the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission [2].