PM-Rahat Scheme: Aurangabad Hospitals Ordered to Provide Instant Cashless Care
Aurangabad hospital officials review PM-Rahat scheme to ensure road accident victims get immediate cashless treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh.
In a decisive move to save lives during the critical "golden hour" following road mishaps, officials in Aurangabad have intensified the implementation of the PM-Rahat scheme. A high-level review meeting was conducted on October 23 at the Sadar Hospital to ensure that road accident victims receive immediate, high-quality medical intervention without the hurdle of upfront payments.
Strict Mandate for Cashless Treatment
The meeting, led by Civil Surgeon Dr. Krishna Kumar and District Transport Officer Sunanda Kumari, focused on the seamless execution of the central government's initiative. A primary directive was issued to all hospitals affiliated with the Ayushman Bharat scheme: they must provide cashless treatment to eligible road accident victims.
Under the guidelines of the PM-Rahat scheme, eligible victims are entitled to cashless medical coverage of up to Rs 1.5 lakh for a maximum period of seven days from the moment of their arrival at the facility.
Zero Tolerance for Treatment Delays
Hospital management teams were given a stern warning regarding the urgency of emergency care. The officials emphasized that providing timely treatment to injured individuals must be the absolute top priority, and any unnecessary delays in the medical process would not be tolerated.
To ensure the scheme is not just a policy on paper but a reality for the public, the following instructions were laid out:
- Immediate Assistance: Hospitals must be fully prepared to handle emergency arrivals and initiate treatment instantly.
- Public Awareness: All affiliated hospitals are required to display prominent banners outside their premises. These banners must clearly inform the public about the availability of the Rs 1.5 lakh cashless coverage.
- Active Promotion: Hospital operators and officials have been urged to actively promote the scheme to ensure no eligible victim is denied care due to a lack of information.
Collaborative Effort for Public Safety
The session saw active participation from officials associated with the Ayushman Bharat scheme and various hospital operators, all aligning on the goal of reducing road accident fatalities through rapid response.
The District Transport Office of Aurangabad has also issued an appeal to the general public. Citizens are encouraged to stay informed about the benefits of the PM-Rahat scheme and to assist in ensuring that victims of road accidents are rushed to affiliated centers to receive prompt, cost-free medical aid.