Bahmni Standard

Introduction to Bahmni Standard

Bahmni Standard is a fully integrated, open-source software solution designed specifically for large hospitals and healthcare facilities. It is an out-of-the-box distribution that combines various essential modules to provide a seamless experience for healthcare providers and administrators.

Developed with a focus on improving patient care and operational efficiency, Bahmni Standard leverages modern technology to deliver robust electronic medical records (EMR), laboratory information systems (LIS), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and picture archiving and communication systems (PACS).

Target Audience

Bahmni Standard is primarily intended for hospitals that needs a comprehensive EMR platform integrated with Lab, Billing and PACS systems. It is particularly suited for institutions that need extensive inpatient department (IPD) management, advanced laboratory systems, and integrated ERP solutions. Bahmni Standard is employed in various regions globally, from resource-constrained settings to advanced healthcare environments, providing scalable and reliable healthcare IT solutions.

Comparison with Bahmni Lite

Bahmni Standard is tailored for large hospitals, offering advanced features like IPD management, full-scale lab systems, and comprehensive ERP solutions. In contrast, Bahmni Lite is designed for smaller clinics and hospitals, providing essential functionalities with a focus on ease of use and quick deployment.

Included Components

1. Electronic Medical Records (EMR):

   • Bahmni UI + OpenMRS: Offers a user-friendly interface for managing patient records, consultations, treatment plans, and other medical information. OpenMRS provides a robust backend for storing and managing patient data.

2. Laboratory Information System (LIS):

   • OpenELIS: Facilitates efficient management of laboratory operations, including test ordering, sample tracking, result entry, and reporting. It ensures accurate and timely laboratory results are available for patient care.

3. Billing and Inventory Management:

   • Odoo: Integrates various administrative and financial functions of the hospital, such as inventory management, billing, procurement, and accounting. Odoo helps streamline operations and improve resource utilization.

4. Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS):

   • Enables secure storage, retrieval, management, and sharing of medical imaging data. PACS integration helps in maintaining a complete visual record of patient diagnostics and treatment progress.

5. Inpatient Department (IPD):

   • Bed Management: Efficiently manage bed occupancy and patient allocation.

   • IPD: In-Patient Department (IPD) module includes an advanced In-Patient dashboard and Care view dashboard that helps healthcare providers manage both medication and non-medication tasks for admitted patients.

6. CEIL Clinical Dictionary:

   • Pre-configured with the CIEL dictionary, which includes over 56,000 medical terms with mappings to SNOMED, LOINC, and ICD-10. This comprehensive dictionary aids in standardized clinical documentation and interoperability.

7. FHIR Support:

   • Provides Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) APIs, enabling seamless data exchange with other healthcare systems and enhancing interoperability.

8. Teleconsultation Support:

   • Integrates teleconsultation capabilities using Jitsi, allowing remote consultations and improving access to healthcare services.

9. Communication Features:

   • Supports sending prescriptions, appointment notifications, and other patient communications via SMS, WhatsApp, and email.

10. Analytics and Reporting:

    • Comes with Metabase for analytics and reporting, connected to the OpenMRS database and Mart DB, facilitating easier report creation and data analysis.

Key Features

1. Dockerized: Fully Dockerized version of Bahmni, allowing easy installation and operation on Linux, Windows, and Mac OS.

2. Security: Significant security upgrades and fixes have been incorporated into Bahmni Standard, ensuring that patient data is protected and compliance with healthcare regulations is maintained.

3. Master Data: Bahmni Standard includes the CEIL dictionary, which features over 56,000 medical terms with mappings to SNOMED, ICD-10, and LOINC. Additionally, it incorporates the India Essential Drug List, providing a comprehensive reference for clinical documentation and interoperability.

4. Interoperable APIs: Bahmni Standard supports both REST and FHIR APIs, facilitating integration with other healthcare systems and enhancing data interoperability.

Getting Started

To quickly setup Bahmni Standard on your local, follow the below instructions:

Bahmni should now be accessible to you locally, at https://localhost/. You can find the default login credentials for Bahmni Standard here.