Free Healthcare for Indians Over 70: Government Launches New Scheme?

To check if your specific medical condition is covered under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, you can follow these steps:

1. The Ayushman Bharat scheme covers a wide range of over 1,500 medical procedures and treatments across 24 specialities, including cardiology, neurosurgery, oncology, pediatrics, general medicine, ENT, orthopedics, ophthalmology and more.
2. The list is regularly updated by the National Health Authority to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.
3. The scheme covers secondary and tertiary care hospitalization expenses up to ₹5 lakh per family per year. It also includes pre-existing conditions and critical illnesses.
4. To check if your specific condition is covered, you can visit the official Ayushman Bharat website or contact the helpline number 14555 or 1800-111-565. You can also visit a nearby Common Service Centre (CSC) to inquire about the coverage for your medical condition.
5. If your condition is covered under the scheme, you can avail cashless treatment at any of the empanelled public or private hospitals across the country. The scheme also provides coverage for medicines, diagnostics, and transport
6. To avail the benefits, you need to check if your family is eligible based on the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011 data. The scheme covers households recognized as deprived, vulnerable, and economically weaker sections of society

So in summary, while the Ayushman Bharat scheme covers a wide range of diseases and procedures, it’s best to directly check with the authorities to confirm if your specific medical condition is included in the coverage.