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Aria provides a complete, chronological view of every patient’s medical journey. Through ABHA integration, doctors can access the full medical history, and patients can maintain a permanent, never-lost health record.

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Patient Timeline Overview

Every patient in Aria has a unified timeline that aggregates all medical records in chronological order.

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Timeline Components

The patient timeline includes:

Prescriptions

All digital prescriptions created by any doctor, with complete medication details

Lab Reports

Blood tests, urine tests, and other laboratory results uploaded by patients or labs

Imaging Reports

X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasound reports with images when available

Medical Documents

Hospital discharge summaries, specialist reports, and vaccination records

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Timeline Features

  • Chronological Order: All records sorted by date, newest first
  • Expandable Entries: Tap any record to view full details
  • Search and Filter: Find specific records by type, date, or keyword
  • Quick Summary: Patient snapshot with active conditions, allergies, and current medications

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Patient Summary Card

At the top of every patient timeline is a quick reference card: 
Patient: Sarah Johnson
Age: 42 years • Gender: Female
ABHA ID: #MR-4521
Status: Active Patient

Active Conditions: Hypertension
Known Allergies: Penicillin  
Current Medications: Lisinopril 10mg OD
The patient summary automatically updates based on the most recent prescriptions and medical records.

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Accessing Medical History

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For Doctors

1

Select Patient

Search for the patient by name, phone number, or ABHA ID in your patient list.
2

View Timeline

The patient’s complete medical timeline loads automatically, showing all ABHA-linked records.
3

Filter Records

Use filters to narrow down by:
  • Record type (prescriptions, labs, imaging)
  • Date range (last week, month, year, custom)
  • Specific condition or medication
4

Expand Details

Tap any timeline entry to view complete details:
  • Full prescription with medications and dosages
  • Lab results with reference ranges
  • Imaging reports with findings
5

Quick AI Summary

Use the RAG-powered assistant to ask: “Give me a summary of Sarah’s health” for instant overview.

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For Patients

Patients can access their complete history through the Aria Patient App:
1

Login with ABHA

Authenticate using ABHA ID and OTP verification.
2

View My Records

See all prescriptions and medical records from all healthcare providers in one timeline.
3

Upload Records

Add old prescriptions, lab reports, or medical documents by:
  • Taking photos of paper records
  • Uploading PDF files
  • Scanning documents
4

Share Records

Share specific records or complete history with:
  • New doctors you visit
  • Pharmacies for medication fulfillment
  • Family members for caregiving
  • Insurance providers for claims

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Timeline Entry Examples

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Prescription Entry

When expanded, a prescription entry shows: 
Prescription - Dec 15, 2025

Diagnosis: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Symptoms: Fever (99.8°F), cough, sore throat, nasal congestion

Prescribed Medications:
• Paracetamol 500mg
  - Dosage: 1 tablet, twice daily after meals
  - Duration: 5 days
  
• Cetirizine 10mg  
  - Dosage: 1 tablet, once daily before bedtime
  - Duration: 5 days

Prescribed by: Dr. Rajesh Kumar, MBBS, MD
Clinic: HealthCare Clinic, Mumbai

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Lab Report Entry

When expanded, a lab report shows: 
Lab Report - Dec 10, 2025
Test: Complete Blood Count (CBC)

Results:
• Hemoglobin: 13.5 g/dL (Normal: 12-15 g/dL)
• WBC Count: 8,200 cells/μL (Normal: 4,000-11,000)
• Platelet Count: 250,000/μL (Normal: 150,000-400,000)
• RBC Count: 4.8 million/μL (Normal: 4.2-5.4)

Lab: PathLabs, Mumbai
Status: All values within normal range

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Imaging Report Entry

Imaging Report - Nov 15, 2025
Type: Chest X-Ray (PA View)

Findings:
• Lungs: Clear, no infiltrates
• Heart: Normal size and contour  
• No pleural effusion
• Bones: Normal

Impression: Normal chest radiograph

Radiologist: Dr. Priya Sharma, MD (Radiology)
Imaging Center: Scan Diagnostics, Mumbai

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Medical Record Uploads

Patients can digitize their old medical records, ensuring nothing is lost.

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Supported Upload Types

Prescriptions

Scan paper prescriptions from any doctor

Lab Reports

Upload blood tests, urine tests, and diagnostic reports

Imaging

Add X-rays, CT scans, MRIs as images or PDFs

Hospital Records

Upload discharge summaries, OPD notes, surgery reports

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Upload Process

1

Choose Upload Type

Select the type of medical record you’re uploading (prescription, lab report, imaging, etc.).
2

Capture or Select File

Either:
  • Take a photo using your phone camera
  • Select an existing image from gallery
  • Upload a PDF document
3

Add Metadata

Provide details:
  • Date of the record
  • Doctor/hospital name
  • Type of test or diagnosis
  • Any relevant notes
4

AI Processing (Optional)

Aria’s AI can extract text from scanned documents to make them searchable and categorize medications automatically.
5

Save to Timeline

The record is added to your timeline and linked to your ABHA ID.
Uploaded images are stored securely and can be viewed in high resolution. OCR (Optical Character Recognition) makes handwritten prescriptions searchable.

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Complete Patient View

The aggregated history feature provides doctors with unprecedented insight:

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Active Conditions Tracking

Aria automatically identifies and tracks:
  • Chronic Conditions: Diabetes, hypertension, asthma based on prescription patterns
  • Recent Illnesses: Temporary conditions from recent visits
  • Allergies: Documented drug and food allergies
  • Immunizations: Vaccination history and upcoming due dates

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Medication History

View comprehensive medication patterns:
  • All medications ever prescribed to the patient
  • Current active medications
  • Medication adherence patterns
  • Drug interaction warnings based on history
  • Generic alternatives previously used

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Diagnostic History

Track all diagnostic tests over time: 
Hemoglobin Trend (Last 12 months):
Dec 2025: 13.5 g/dL
Sep 2025: 13.2 g/dL  
Jun 2025: 12.8 g/dL
Mar 2025: 13.1 g/dL

Trend: Stable, within normal range
Aria can generate trend charts for common lab values like hemoglobin, blood sugar, cholesterol, etc., helping identify patterns over time.
The Patient Health Assistant enables natural language queries about medical history.

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Example Queries

Medication History

Query: “What antibiotics has this patient taken?”Response: Lists all antibiotic prescriptions with dates, dosages, and prescribing doctors. Highlights if any were for similar conditions.

Symptom Patterns

Query: “Has the patient complained of headaches before?”Response: References all prescriptions and records mentioning headaches, showing frequency and typical treatments.

Test Results

Query: “Show me the latest blood sugar levels”Response: Retrieves most recent lab reports with blood glucose values, comparing to previous results.

Treatment Effectiveness

Query: “Did the last treatment for fever work?”Response: Analyzes follow-up visits and prescriptions to determine if symptoms resolved or required additional treatment.

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How RAG Search Works

1

Natural Language Input

Type or speak your question in plain English about the patient’s history.
2

Semantic Search

AI searches across all patient records using semantic understanding, not just keyword matching.
3

Context Retrieval

Relevant records are retrieved with context (dates, doctors, related symptoms).
4

Summarized Response

AI generates a concise, accurate answer with references to specific records.
5

Verify Sources

Click on any reference to jump directly to that record in the timeline.
RAG responses are based on available records in the system. Always verify critical information by reviewing the actual medical records referenced in the response.

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History Visibility and Sharing

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Doctor Access Permissions

Patients control which doctors can access their history:
  • Automatic Access: Doctors who have created prescriptions for the patient
  • Shared Access: Patients can grant access to new doctors
  • Temporary Access: Time-limited sharing for consultations
  • Revocable Access: Patients can revoke access at any time

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Export and Sharing

Both doctors and patients can export medical history:

PDF Export

Generate comprehensive PDF reports with timeline and all records

FHIR Format

Export in FHIR format for sharing with other ABDM-compatible systems

Selective Export

Choose specific date ranges or record types to export

Secure Sharing

Share with password protection or time-limited access links

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Benefits of Unified History

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For Doctors

1

Complete Context

Make better diagnoses with full patient history, not just what patient remembers.
2

Avoid Duplicates

See recent tests and avoid ordering unnecessary duplicate lab work.
3

Track Patterns

Identify recurring symptoms, medication responses, and health trends.
4

Continuity of Care

Provide consistent care even if patient has seen multiple doctors.

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For Patients

  • Never Lose Records: Everything stored permanently in the cloud
  • Easy Sharing: Share history with new doctors instantly
  • Complete Ownership: You control who sees your medical data
  • Lifetime Access: Access your entire medical history anytime, anywhere
  • Family Care: Manage medical history for elderly parents or children

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Privacy and Security

Aria’s medical history system is built with privacy at its core:

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Data Protection

Encryption

All records encrypted with AES-256 encryption at rest and in transit

Access Logs

Every record access is logged with timestamp and user details

Patient Consent

Doctors must have patient consent to access medical history

ABHA Standards

Full compliance with ABDM privacy and security guidelines

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Patient Rights

Patients have complete control:
  • View who has accessed their records
  • Grant or revoke doctor access permissions
  • Download their complete medical history
  • Request deletion of specific records (subject to legal retention requirements)
  • Export data to other ABHA-compatible platforms
Aria is compliant with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act and maintains SOC 2 certification for healthcare data handling.

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Best Practices

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For Doctors

1

Review Before Prescribing

Always check the patient timeline before creating a new prescription to avoid drug interactions and duplicate therapies.
2

Use RAG Assistant

Leverage the AI assistant for quick queries: “Any drug allergies?” or “Previous treatments for similar symptoms?”
3

Document Thoroughly

Add detailed diagnosis and clinical notes to prescriptions for future reference.
4

Verify Patient Reports

When patients mention past treatments, verify against the timeline rather than relying on memory.

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For Patients

1

Upload Old Records

Digitize your old paper prescriptions and lab reports to build a complete history.
2

Keep Updated

Upload new lab reports and medical documents promptly.
3

Verify Information

Review your timeline regularly to ensure all information is accurate.
4

Share Proactively

When visiting a new doctor, share your medical history access to enable better care.

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