Are piles and fissure surgeries covered under Ayushman Bharat Yojana?

Dear Pornima ji

Yes, piles (haemorrhoids) and anal fissure treatment is covered under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY).

Steps to Check Ayushman Card Coverage

1. Open the official PM-JAY hospital search website

2. Select your State.

3. Select your District.

4. Choose Government or Private hospital, if this option is available.

5. Select the relevant specialty, such as General Surgery.

6. Search for the hospital where you want to get treatment.

7. Enter the captcha, if shown, and click Search.

8. Check whether the hospital has active PM-JAY empanelment.

9. Visit the hospital's Ayushman Mitra/PM-JAY desk with your card and medical reports.

10. Ask the desk to confirm whether your specific piles or anal fissure treatment is covered under an approved package, whether cashless treatment is available and whether pre-authorisation is required.

Documents Required

• Ayushman Card

• Aadhaar Card or another valid photo ID

• Doctor's prescription and advice for treatment

• Medical examination reports, if available

• Previous treatment records and discharge summary, if applicable

• Any relevant test reports advised by the doctor

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