Since the inception of the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme in September 2018, more than 23,000 beneficiaries at AIIMS have embraced its transformative benefits.
This groundbreaking initiative has witnessed a surge in beneficiaries seeking treatment across various departments, with medical oncology leading the way, closely followed by ophthalmology, general medicine, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.
AIIMS
At the forefront of this success story is AIIMS, Delhi, proudly declaring the seamless implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (ABPMJAY) scheme. The institution’s commitment is evident through its central Ayushman Bharat Kendra, operating 24×7 near gate no 1, ensuring beneficiaries receive the care they deserve.
Diverse Benefits
Data from AIIMS highlights that 5,179 beneficiaries have availed benefits under medical oncology, showcasing the scheme’s impact on critical healthcare needs. The departments of ophthalmology, general medicine, orthopedics, and neurosurgery have also witnessed significant utilization, with 4,275, 3,169, 2,260, and 2,223 beneficiaries respectively, benefiting until January 24.
Empowering Through Surgeries
Underlining the effectiveness of the AB-PMJAY scheme in addressing complex medical issues, AIIMS has successfully conducted 730 congenital heart disease procedures, 557 total hip replacements, and 148 total knee replacements. This underscores the scheme’s commitment to providing comprehensive coverage for various medical interventions.
Dedicated Ayushman Bharat
AIIMS’s success is attributed to the dedicated Ayushman Bharat team, tirelessly working to ensure the scheme’s optimal utilization by all entitled beneficiaries visiting the institution. Operating through Patient Care Managers and Pradhan Mantri Arogya Mitra, supervised by a designated medical social welfare officer, the team strives to streamline the beneficiaries’ healthcare journey.
Accessibility Across AIIMS
AIIMS is in the process of establishing Ayushman Suvidha Kendras across different blocks to enhance healthcare accessibility. Dedicated centers in NCI, Jhajjar, and JPN Apex Trauma Centre further illustrate AIIMS’s commitment to making the scheme easily accessible to all beneficiaries.
Abundant Opportunities
Presently, the AB-PMJAY scheme offers 1,109 packages and 1,949 procedures across 27 specialties, making it one of the most comprehensive publicly funded health assurance schemes globally.
Conclusion
The Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana has proven to be a beacon of hope for over 23,000 beneficiaries at AIIMS, providing them with essential healthcare services and transforming lives. As AIIMS continues to evolve its outreach, the scheme’s impact is set to grow, leaving an indelible mark on India’s healthcare landscape.
