CGHS Empanelment & Room Rent for AYUSH HCO, IPD The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) is considering a revision of the room rent for empanelled AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) Healthcare Organizations (HCOs). This revision aims to ensure that the room rent charges are fair and in line with the services provided by … Read more
Continuation of CGHS Facilities on Foreign Assignment: CGHS Order dated 17.06.2023 The CGHS administration has issued an order on June 17, 2023, regarding the extension of CGHS benefits for Central Government employees working overseas. It has been decided by the higher authorities to ensure that CGHS cards of these employees remain active, preventing any disruption … Read more
Pensioners residing in Non-CGHS have options to avail medical facilities Pensioners who are not members of the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) have multiple options available to them to receive medical facilities. They can choose to avail either the facilities provided by the government or those offered by private establishments. This decision may depend on … Read more
CGHS Webinar Today List CGHS, which is renowned for its comprehensive healthcare services, is currently conducting a series of short webinars that last between 60-90 minutes. The webinars are designed to provide valuable information on common health-related issues to its beneficiaries. The sessions are to be held at 4:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th … Read more
Relaxation of Rules for Medical Claims Reimbursement The Central Government Health Scheme has recently announced a relaxation of rules for medical claims reimbursement. This new policy includes the consideration of reimbursement in excess of the approved rates for medical claims. These changes were made in response to the increasing cost of healthcare and the need … Read more
“CGHS OPD Treatment: Get Medical Advancement Now” The CGHS – Central Government Health Scheme – provides healthcare services to government employees and their families. The scheme covers both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) treatments, and offers medical advancement to its beneficiaries. In this regard, a clarification has been issued on the grant of medical advance … Read more
List of Empanelled Private Hospitals in India under CS(MA) Rules, 1944 Central Services Medical Attendance Rules 1944 provide coverage for medical expenses for Out-Patient and In-Patient treatment for Central Government Employees and Pensioners living in areas not covered by CGHS. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has granted approval to certain private hospitals under … Read more
Retired Air India employees carrying valid CGHS cards are eligible for cashless treatment in all CGHS-empanelled HCOs Retired Air India employees who possess valid CGHS cards are entitled to receive cashless treatment in all CGHS empanelled Healthcare Organizations (HCOs) for Out-Patient Department (OPD) consultation, Day Care treatment, and investigations. This means that these employees can … Read more
CGHS Guidelines for Issue of Medicines to Beneficiaries The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has recently released a set of comprehensive guidelines to facilitate the dispensation of essential medicines to CGHS beneficiaries suffering from chronic illnesses. These guidelines specify the procedures and requirements to be followed by the CGHS Wellness Centres, which are responsible for … Read more
New CGHS Referral Rule: Annual Health Check-up in Private Hospitals for Beneficiaries above 75 The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has recently announced that beneficiaries who are 75 years and above will be given additional relaxation on referral rules. Under this new rule, these beneficiaries can easily seek consultation from specialists at CGHS empaneled hospitals … Read more