CGHS Hospitals List in India - Download PDF

What is CGHS?

CGHS stands for Central Government Health Scheme. It is a health insurance scheme launched by the Government of India for its employees, pensioners and dependents. Given are the following highlights of the scheme:

1. The scheme aims to provide affordable and quality healthcare to the beneficiaries.
2. Under CGHS, beneficiaries are entitled to medical facilities such as outdoor consultations, hospitalisation, diagnostic tests, and surgeries at CGHS-approved hospitals and dispensaries.
3. The scheme also covers pre-existing and chronic conditions as well as maternity and child care.
4. The CGHS operates through a network of wellness centres in various cities.
5. These centres provide preventive and curative healthcare services, including general medicine, paediatrics, gynaecology, and dental care.
6. The Government of India funds the CGHS, and the beneficiaries must pay a nominal contribution towards the cost of their treatment.
7. The contribution is based on the employee`'`s salary and the number of dependents covered under the scheme.
8. The CGHS has been criticised for its inadequate coverage, long waiting periods, and lack of infrastructure at some hospitals.
9. However, the government has been working towards improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare under the scheme.
10. In recent years, the CGHS has introduced several initiatives, such as telemedicine and e-health services, to make healthcare more accessible to beneficiaries.

Who can apply for CGHS?

The types of individuals who are eligible to apply for CGHS coverage include the following:

1. Employees of the Central Government and their dependent family members who live in locations covered by the CGHS.
2. Central Civil Estimates provides a pension to qualifying family members of Central Government Pensioners.
3. Members of Parliament - Ex as well as currently associated
4. Lt. Governors and Ex-Governors
5. Freedom Fighters
6. Ex-Vice Presidents
7. Sitting and Ex-Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts
8. Employees and pensioners of certain autonomous organisations in New Delhi
9. Journalists accredited with PIB ( for OPD and at RML Hospital) in New Delhi
10. Delhi Police Personnel posted in Delhi
11. Railway Board employees

Steps to Check CGHS Empanelled Hospitals?

To check the list of empanelled hospitals under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), you can follow these steps:

1. Go to the official website of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare https://cghs.nic.in/

2. Click on the "CGHS" tab under the "Beneficiary" section.

3. On the Empaneled Hospitals page, select your city from the drop-down menu.

4. Click on the Submit button.

• This will display a list of hospitals empanelled under CGHS in your city. The list will include the hospital"s names, addresses, and telephone numbers.
• You can use this information to contact the hospitals and learn more about the healthcare services they offer to CGHS beneficiaries.
• Please note that the list of empanelled hospitals may vary depending on your location and the type of coverage that you have under CGHS. It is a good idea to check the latest list of empanelled hospitals before seeking medical treatment.
• For assistance regarding CGHS benefits and hospitals empanelled, you may contact HexaHealth at +91 8860688606.

Procedure to Download Latest CGHS Hospital List PDF?

Follow the simple steps given below to download the latest list of network hospitals empanelled under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), you can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website https://cghs.nic.in/

2. In the Beneficiary section, click the CGHS tab. On the Empaneled Hospitals page, choose your city from the drop-down box.

3. Press the "Submit" key.

4. Select the "Print" button in green colour.

5. From the destination drop-down, click on Save as PDF

6. Then, Click on the Save button.

• This will download the latest list of CGHS-empanelled hospitals in your city in PDF format. You can then save the PDF file to your computer or print it out for future reference.
• Please be aware that the list of hospitals with empanelled status may change based on your location and the CGHS coverage you have.
• Before obtaining medical care, it is a good idea to review the most recent list of hospitals with empanelled status.

Read also: CGHS Online Appointment

Diseases covered under CGHS

The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) is a government-run healthcare program in India that provides medical coverage to specific categories of government employees and their families. The CGHS covers various diseases and medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and infectious diseases.

1. Surgery (including both general and specialised surgery)
2. Cardiology
• Acute coronary syndrome (Coronary artery bypass graft/ Percutaneous, Transluminal coronary angioplasty), including Myocardial infarction, Unstable angina, Ventricular arrhythmias, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia, Cardiac Tamponade, Acute left ventricular failure/ Severe Congestive cardiac failure, Accelerated hypertension, Complete heart block and stoke adam attack, Acute aortic dissection.
3. Neurosurgery
• Acute Limb Ischemia, Rupture of Aneurysm, Medical and Surgical shock and peripheral circulatory failure
• Cerebro-Vascular attack-Stokes, Sudden unconsciousness, Head injury, Respiratory failure, decompensated lung disease, Cerebro-Meningeal infections, Convulsions, Acute Paralysis, Acute Visual loss, Acute Abdomen pain, Electric shock
4. Accident and Trauma
• Road Traffic Accidents/injuries, including falls.
5. Severe Haemorrhage due to any cause, Acute poisoning, Acute Renal Failure.
6. Acute abdomen pain in females, including acute Obstetrical and Gynaecological emergencies
7. Infectious and communicable diseases
8. Non-communicable diseases such as cancer, hypertension, and diabetes
9. Mental conditions such as anxiety and depression
10. Gynaecological and obstetrical conditions
11. Paediatrics
12. Geriatric care
13. Ophthalmology
14. Dentistry
15. Orthopaedics
16. ENT (ear, nose, and throat) conditions
17. Dermatology
18. Anaesthesiology
19. Radiology
20. Any other life-threatening condition.

Please note that the CGHS may not cover certain treatments or procedures if they are deemed to be experimental or not in the best interest of the patient.

Facilities availed under CGHS

Currently, CGHS covers over 41 lakh beneficiaries throughout 75 cities in India, and efforts are being made to expand that number to increase service accessibility.

1. CGHS offers healthcare through the following medical systems:
   • Ayurveda
   • Yoga
   • Siddha
   • Unani
• Allopathic
• Homoeopathic
• Indian medical system
2. Outpatient care at CGHS wellness centres, including consultation with doctors and specialists, diagnostics, and referrals to hospitals as needed
3. Inpatient care at empanelled hospitals, including hospitalisation, surgery, and other treatments as required
4. Maternity and child healthcare, including pre-and post-natal care, delivery, and neonatal care. IVF treatment is also approved under CGHS.
5. Free supply of essential drugs, including generic drugs, from CGHS dispensaries
6. Anti-Cancer and other similar medicines are supplied on a case-to-case basis. CGHS shall provide medication as per the available brand name / generic name.
7. Ambulance charges are reimbursable within the city if there is a certificate from the treating doctor that conveyance by any other mode would endanger a patient"s life or grossly aggravate their condition.
8. Emergency care at any hospital, including transportation to the nearest hospital in case of a medical emergency
9. Specialised healthcare services, including treatment for chronic conditions, cancer, and other diseases.

The specific benefits available under the CGHS may vary depending on the type of coverage an individual has and their location.