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Senior citizens can apply online through the National Health Authority (NHA) website or Ayushman app.
Ayushman Bharat Scheme.
The objective of the BJP’s Ayushman Bharat program is to provide comprehensive healthcare, which includes preventive, therapeutic and subscriber aspects. It is obtained through health and well -being (HWCs) at the ground level and financial assistance for high levels, including both public and private healthcare providers.
What is the two-dimensional approach of Ayushman India?
The two-dimensional approaches of Ayushman India include installing 150,000 HWCs for free essential medicines and diagnosis as well as accessible primary care including maternal, child and non-communicable disease services. The Prime Minister inaugurated the first HWC in Jungla, Bijapur, Chhattisgarh on 14 April 2018.
The second component, the Prime Minister John Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), provides financial security to the disadvantaged families for secondary and tertiary care. HWCs play an important role in the subsequent hospitals raising awareness about PMJAY, screening for non-communicable diseases and monitoring patients.
Ayushman Bharat Prime Minister John Arogya Yojana (AB PM-Jai) for senior citizens (AB PM-Jai)
In an important step to increase healthcare access, Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mancha Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-Jai) expanded its coverage. Now, all senior citizens aged 70 and above are eligible, regardless of income. This initiative intends to cover around 4.5 crore families, which benefit about 6 crore senior citizens with health insurance of Rs 5 lakh per family. This underlines the government’s commitment to the inexpensive and inclusive healthcare for the weaker population.
Senior citizens can apply for Ayushman India Senior Citizen Scheme through a dedicated website available to Android users on Google Play Store.
To register, individuals require their Aadhaar card, mobile number and email ID.
Senior citizens can apply online through the National Health Authority (NHA) website or Ayushman app.
For nha portal:
1. Visit the NHA beneficiary portal. 2. Enter your phone number, complete the captcha, and certify using OTP. 3. Click on the banner for senior citizens of the 70+ age group. 4. Provide state, district and Aadhaar number. 5. Complete KYC using Aadhaar OTP and upload a picture recently. 6. Download the Ayushman Via Vandana card within 15 minutes after approval.
Through mobile application:
1. Download and install the Ayushman app. 2. Login using captcha, mobile number and OTP. 3. Provide base information and a declaration. 4. Recently upload a picture. 5. The beneficiary and family members enter the details, and complete the EKYC. 6. Download the card after successful registration.
If any discrepancies arise or the beneficiary is found, ensure the completion and consent for OTP verification.
key points:
* Senior citizens aged 70 years and above will receive a unique Ayushman Bharat PM-Jai card.
* People already covered under AB PM-J will get an additional annual top-up of Rs 5 lakh. This top-up is exclusive to them and has not been shared with family members under 70.
* Senior citizens not covered under an existing AB PM-J family scheme will receive an annual coverage of Rs 5 lakh on the basis of family.
* Senior citizens enrolled in other public health insurance schemes like CGHS, Echs, or Ayushman CAPF can choose to stay with their current plan or switch to AB PM-JAY.
How to be registered in Ayushman India?
You can visit your nearest Common Service Center or Hospital to get Ayushman Bharat card.
