CGHS Chennai Empanels Shanmuga Hospital Salem: Complete Details of Fresh Empanelment Order 2026

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CGHS Chennai Empanels Shanmuga Hospital Salem 2026: The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Chennai has issued a fresh Office Memorandum announcing the empanelment of Shanmuga Hospital Limited, Salem as a CGHS empanelled Healthcare Organization (HCO). The empanelment enables eligible Central Government employees, pensioners, and other CGHS beneficiaries to avail cashless medical treatment and healthcare services at the hospital under the prescribed CGHS guidelines.

The empanelment has been approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and comes into effect from 19 June 2026 for a period of three years, subject to the terms and conditions specified in the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA).

CGHS Chennai Office Memorandum – Highlights

Particular	Details
Organization	Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Chennai
Ministry	Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Order Type	Fresh Empanelment of Private Health Care Organization
Hospital	Shanmuga Hospital Limited, Salem
Effective Date	19 June 2026
Validity	Three Years
Hospital Category	Multispeciality Hospital
Accreditation	NABH Accredited (Valid up to 25 August 2026)

What is CGHS Empanelment?

The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) provides comprehensive healthcare facilities to eligible Central Government employees, pensioners, Members of Parliament, freedom fighters, and other notified beneficiaries.

Hospitals empanelled under CGHS are authorized to provide medical treatment, diagnostic services, surgeries, emergency care, and various speciality healthcare services to CGHS beneficiaries according to the approved CGHS package rates.

Shanmuga Hospital Now Empanelled Under CGHS Chennai

According to the Office Memorandum issued by the Office of the Additional Director, CGHS Chennai, M/s. Shanmuga Hospital Limited has been included in the list of empanelled private Healthcare Organizations under CGHS Chennai Region.

The empanelment has been approved in pursuance of the Ministry’s Office Memorandum dated 22 December 2025 relating to empanelment of Healthcare Organizations under CGHS.

Hospital Details

Particular	Information
Hospital Name	Shanmuga Hospital Limited
Address	51/24, Shanmuga Hospital Building, Saradha College Road, Salem – 636007
Category	Multispeciality Hospital
CGHS Status	Freshly Empanelled
Coverage	All facilities available in the hospital
Accreditation	NABH Accredited

Facilities Available Under CGHS

The Office Memorandum clearly states that all facilities available in the hospital will be covered under the empanelment, subject to CGHS rules, approved procedures, and package rates. Eligible beneficiaries can avail treatment in accordance with CGHS norms.

Empanelment Validity

The fresh empanelment of Shanmuga Hospital is valid for a period of three years from 19 June 2026, provided all terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) continue to be fulfilled by the hospital.

The hospital also holds NABH accreditation, which is valid up to 25 August 2026. Continued compliance with accreditation requirements is important for maintaining empanelment status.

Benefits for CGHS Beneficiaries

Cashless treatment at the empanelled hospital, wherever applicable.
Access to multispeciality healthcare services.
Availability of consultations, diagnostics, surgeries, and inpatient treatment.
Treatment at CGHS-approved package rates.
Quality healthcare through an NABH-accredited institution.

Who Can Benefit?

The empanelment will primarily benefit eligible CGHS beneficiaries, including:

Central Government employees.
Central Government pensioners.
CGHS cardholders.
Freedom Fighters covered under CGHS.
Eligible Members of Parliament.
Other notified CGHS beneficiaries.

Important Contact Details

Particular	Details
Telephone	0427-2706666
Mobile	87540 33833
Contact Person	Dr. M. Kasulya, GM – Insurance
Insurance Contact	96294 90542
Location	Saradha College Road, Salem

Significance of the Empanelment

The empanelment of Shanmuga Hospital expands the network of quality healthcare providers available to CGHS beneficiaries in Tamil Nadu. Salem and surrounding districts will particularly benefit from improved access to multispeciality medical services without needing to travel to larger metropolitan centres.

The inclusion of an NABH-accredited hospital also strengthens the quality of healthcare available under the Central Government Health Scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Which hospital has been newly empanelled?

Shanmuga Hospital Limited, Salem has been freshly empanelled under CGHS Chennai.

When does the empanelment become effective?

The empanelment is effective from 19 June 2026.

How long is the empanelment valid?

The empanelment is valid for a period of three years, subject to compliance with the prescribed terms and conditions.

Is the hospital NABH accredited?

Yes. The hospital holds NABH accreditation, valid up to 25 August 2026.

Can CGHS beneficiaries avail all hospital facilities?

Yes. The Office Memorandum specifies that all facilities available in the hospital are covered under the empanelment, subject to CGHS rules and approved package rates.

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