Is Avastin injection covered under the Ayushman Bharat card?

Hello,

Yes, an Avastin (bevacizumab) eye injection is covered under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY.

An Avastin injection be prescribed for certain eye conditions, such as swelling or abnormal blood vessel growth in the retina.

Steps to check Avastin injection coverage under Ayushman Card\

1. Open the official PM-JAY hospital search portal.

2. Select your State.

3. Select your District.

4. Check the overall list of PM-JAY empanelled hospitals in your district.

5. Select Government or Private hospital, if required.

6. Choose Ophthalmology (Eye Department) as the specialty.

7. Enter the exact hospital name.

8. Complete the captcha, if shown, and click Search.

9. Check whether the hospital's PM-JAY empanelment is active.

10. Visit the hospital's Ayushman Mitra/PM-JAY desk and ask whether the specific Avastin injection is covered for your eye condition and whether pre-authorisation is required.

Documents to carry

• Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY Card

• Aadhaar Card or another accepted identity document

• Eye specialist's prescription

• Eye examination and retinal scan reports, including OCT if available

• Diagnosis and previous eye treatment records

• Previous injection records, if you have received injections before

Please share your city and state, and the name of the hospital where you plan to get the injection. We can help you check the relevant hospital details.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth