Is Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery Available Under the Ayushman Bharat Card?

Hello,

Yes, hernia treatment, including laparoscopic hernia surgery, is available under the Ayushman Bharat Card (PM-JAY).

Laparoscopic surgery is performed through small cuts using a camera and special instruments. The doctor will decide whether laparoscopic or open surgery is suitable based on the type and size of the hernia and the patient's health.

How to check Ayushman empanelled hospitals?

Follow these simple steps to find a hospital where hernia treatment may be available

1. Visit the official website: Ayushman Empanelled Hospital Search.
2. Select your State.
3. Select your District.
4. Select Government or Private hospital, if this filter is available.
5. Select General Surgery under the speciality option, if available.
6. Enter the hospital name or check the list of hospitals in your district.
7. Complete the captcha and click on Search.
8. Check whether the hospital has active Ayushman empanelment.
9. Contact the hospital's Ayushman help desk and confirm whether hernia surgery, including the required laparoscopic procedure, is covered under an approved package and whether cashless approval is available.

Which documents are required?

• Patient's Ayushman Bharat Card.
• Aadhaar Card or another valid photo ID.
• Doctor's prescription and treatment advice.
• Ultrasound or other scan reports, if available.
• Blood test reports and other medical reports, if available.
• Previous hospital records or discharge papers, if any.
• Registered mobile number linked to the Ayushman Card, if applicable.

Important things to remember

• Not every hospital is empanelled under Ayushman Bharat.
• Even an empanelled hospital may not offer every treatment under the scheme.
• Confirm the exact hernia surgery package and cashless approval before planned admission.
• If the patient has severe abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, a swollen or hard hernia lump, or difficulty passing stool or gas, go to the emergency department immediately. Do not wait for scheme approval.

How can we help you?

Please share your city and state so we can help connect you with a suitable general surgeon and Ayushman-empanelled hospital for hernia treatment.

You can also tell us whether the hernia is in the stomach, near the navel or in the groin area.

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