Ayushman Bharat Yojana, a government scheme, aims to empower the healthcare system for the benefit of citizens. Under this scheme, people receive free medical treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh. This initiative also covers a wide range of serious diseases and surgeries. Let’s delve deeper into the benefits this scheme offers.  

Financial assistance

It is not an unknown fact that the cost of medical treatments, today, is so incredibly high, that it is out of reach for a majority of population. In most cases, treatment for serious illnesses often result in losing all savings. In these circumstances, Ayushman Bharat scheme serves as a relief for people facing such circumstances, offering substantial assistance and relieving them from financial burdens. 

The benefits

At the time of launch, Ayushman Bharat provided assistance for 1760 diseases, with free treatments available in both government and private hospitals. However, later on, the private hospitals in the country discontinued free services for 198 diseases including cataract and surgical delivery. 

Free surgeries

Under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, you can avail free surgeries for various diseases including Prostrate Cancer, Double Valve Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass, Pulmonary Valve Replacement, Skull Base Surgery, Tissue Expander, Paediatric Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Neurosurgery, and Angioplasty with Stent, etc. You can get these surgeries done at both government and private hospitals.