Is cataract surgery for both eyes covered under Ayushman Bharat scheme?

Hello,

Yes, cataract (motiya bind) operation for both eyes is covered under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). Cataract surgery is included in the scheme's ophthalmology treatment packages.

How to check an Ayushman hospital for cataract surgery?

1. Open the official PM-JAY Hospital Search portal.

2. Select your State.

3. Select your District.

4. Check the overall PM-JAY empanelled hospital list for your district.

5. Select Government or Private hospital, if required.

6. Select Ophthalmology (eye treatment) as the specialty.

7. Search for the exact hospital name.

8. Enter the captcha, if shown.

9. Click Search and check whether the hospital is currently active under PM-JAY.

10. Visit the hospital's Ayushman Mitra/PM-JAY desk. Confirm whether cataract surgery for both eyes is covered under the available package and whether approval is required for each eye.

Being listed as an empanelled hospital does not automatically guarantee that both operations are covered. Confirm the treatment plan and any required approval with the hospital before admission.

Documents you should carry

• Ayushman Bharat Card

• Aadhaar Card or another valid government ID

• Eye specialist's prescription

• Eye examination reports

• Previous eye treatment records, if any

• Previous medical records and prescriptions

• Referral or authorisation documents, if required

Do not delay your eye examination if your vision is getting worse. The eye specialist will check both eyes and advise whether surgery is needed and how it should be planned.

Please share your city and state, and We can help you check which hospitals to look for under Ayushman Bharat for cataract surgery.

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