Ayushman Card Heatwave Treatment: A big question amidst the scorching heat and heatwave, can one get free treatment from Ayushman Card in case of heatstroke? Know under which circumstances cashless treatment facility is available under PMJAY scheme during hospitalization.
PMJAY: Many parts of the country are currently in the grip of extreme heat. It has become difficult to go out on the hot streets in the afternoon and the number of patients falling ill due to heatwave has started increasing in hospitals. In many areas from Delhi to Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Central India, the temperature has crossed 45 degrees Celsius. In such a situation, a big question is arising in the minds of people, if a person gets heatstroke or has to be admitted to hospital due to heat stroke, can he get free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat scheme? The answer to this question is yes, but with some necessary conditions.
In serious condition, treatment can be provided through Ayushman card.
If a person’s health becomes serious due to heatwave or heat stroke and he has to be admitted to hospital, then Ayushman card can be useful in such cases. According to doctors, during heat stroke the body temperature increases rapidly, which can lead to dehydration, unconsciousness, electrolyte imbalance and sometimes even the kidneys can be affected. In such a situation, the patient may need facilities like drip, oxygen support or ICU. If the patient is admitted, the treatment cost can be covered under the Ayushman scheme depending on the underlying medical condition.
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A separate package with the name “Heatwave” is not necessary.
Many people feel that it is necessary to have a separate package named “Heatwave” or “Lu” in the Ayushman scheme, but this is not the case in every hospital. The treatment is usually covered under other critical health packages depending on the patient’s condition and medical reports. For example, if a patient develops dehydration, unconsciousness or kidney problems due to heat stroke, the treatment may be covered under the same disease category.
Benefit will not be available only in OPD
It is very important to understand that Ayushman card does not work for normal OPD treatment or minor fever. If the patient returns home only after getting tested, he will not get the benefit of the scheme. But if the doctor admits the patient and the treatment continues for a long time, then cashless treatment is possible under the Ayushman scheme. Therefore, hospitalization is considered one of the most important conditions of this scheme.
Where can you get treatment?
Patients can get treatment in their nearest government or empaneled private hospitals linked to Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. For this, it is necessary for the patient to have a valid Ayushman card. After reaching the hospital, the treatment process can be started by showing the card and identity card. The Ayushman Help Desk of the hospital provides further information to the patient.
How to find out which hospital is included in the scheme
If you do not know which hospitals are connected to Ayushman Yojana in your city, then the help of the official hospital search portal can be taken for this. Ayushman Bharat Hospital Search Portal: Complete information can be obtained by entering the name of the state, district and hospital on this portal.
What is Ayushman Bharat Scheme?
Ayushman Bharat scheme run by the National Health Authority is one of the largest health schemes in the country. Under this, cashless treatment up to Rs 5 lakh is provided to eligible families every year. The benefit of this scheme can be availed in government and listed private hospitals. This scheme is considered a big relief for poor and needy families in the treatment of serious diseases.
What to do to avoid heatwave?
Health experts say that carelessness during heatwave can prove costly. Especially the elderly, children and already sick people need to be more careful.
Necessary measures for prevention:
- Avoid going out between 12 noon and 4 pm
- Keep drinking water and fluids regularly
- wear light and loose clothes
- Keep your head covered when going out in the sun
- If you feel weakness, dizziness or high fever, contact a doctor immediately.
In this period of extreme heat, timely caution and correct information are both very important. Schemes like Ayushman Card can definitely provide financial relief in critical situations, but protection from heatwave is considered to be the biggest solution.
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