Launched by the Government of India to achieve universal health care, Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) scheme is commonly known as the Ayushman bharat yojana scheme. It aims at providing health insurance to the economically disadvantaged people of the nation. It offers financial cover to the beneficiary in case of hospitalization due to emergency. Aiming to cover more than 50 crore people, Ayushman bharat scheme is also considered as one of the biggest schemes in the world [1].
Under this scheme, you get an abha card that allows you to get cashless treatment at the list of empaneled hospitals. Read on to know more about Ayushman card download, eligibility and registration process.
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Your Ayushman card eligibility depends on many things but mainly on the area you live in and your occupation. Ayushman card eligibility can be broadly classified into 2 categories; rural and urban.
PMJAY covers the following people in rural areas.
Following people living in urban areas can avail PMJAY benefits.
The benefits of digital health card as the abha card are the same as the PMJAY. Following are the top benefits that you can avail under this card.
Ayushman Bharat card will allow you to get cashless and paperless medical services. All beneficiaries can have the Ayushman Bharat card, which will contain all their necessary information. To enjoy the benefits of your Ayushman card download it for future use. Here are the steps to download your Ayushman Bharat card.
The PMJAY scheme is for the underprivileged or economically disadvantaged people. This is why there is nothing such as Ayushman Bharat registration process. All families covered in the database of SECC can avail the benefits of PMJAY and Abha. Note the following steps to check your eligibility for Ayushman card online.
To get your Ayushman Bharat card, apply online after checking your eligibility from the Ayushman card list. Following are the documents you need to apply.
It is best to follow the online method explained above. Alternatively, you can try the following.
Visit a CSC or any registered nearest to you and check your eligibility
To check your eligibility, you can contact the PMJAY helpline numbers. The available helpline numbers are 1800-111-565 or 14555.
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Getting covered by a health insurance plan is of utmost importance as it can help protect your finances. If you are not eligible for Ayushman card download , look for other insurance policies that meet your needs. You can check out the Aarogya Care plans available on Bajaj Finserv Health. These plans can cover up to 6 members of your family and offer cover of up to Rs. 10 lakh. They come with an affordable premium amount and can be tailor-made to suit your health needs. Apart from these, they also have other benefits such as doctor consultation, preventive check-ups, and network discounts. This way, you can insure your and your family’s health without stressing your finances.
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