My grandmother has been diagnosed with a nerve blockage in her leg and the doctors have advised surgery. I would like to know if the Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) card is accepted at Maharaja Agrasen Hospital or Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital in Delhi for this treatment. Kindly let me know the availability.

Dear Ravi ji,

Aapke spine issue ke kaaran leg mein vibrations hona aur pain se discomfort ho raha hai. Spine-related nerve compression ko seriously lena chahiye. Aapko orthopaedic spine specialist se consult karna chahiye, jise X-ray, MRI, aur nerve evaluation ki zaroorat hogi.

Patna mein Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) empanelled hospitals for spine treatment

• Patna Medical College & Hospital (PMCH) – Government hospital offering orthopaedic and spine care

• AIIMS Patna – Central government hospital with advanced spine surgery facilities

• Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS) – Superspeciality centre, ideal for complex spine treatment

• Narayan Hospital, Patna – Private hospital empanelled under PM-JAY for spine surgeries including minimally invasive procedures

• Medipark Hospital – Known for orthopaedic and neuro surgery; empanelled

Kaise Confirm Aur Book Karein

1. Visit: https://hospitals.pmjay.gov.in/Search/

2. Select State: Bihar, District: Patna

3. Choose Hospital Type: Government or Private

4. (Optional) Add speciality: Orthopaedics or Spine Surgery

5. Click Search → Call the hospital’s Ayushman Mitra desk to confirm:

   • Diagnosis + spine surgery coverage

   • Cashless admission & documentation needed

Precautions to Follow Until You Consult a Specialist

1. Avoid Prolonged Sitting or Standing:
Change positions frequently. Avoid slouching or sitting in one place for too long.

2. Support Your Back:
Use a lumbar support cushion when sitting. Avoid soft or low chairs.

3. Sleep Posture:
Sleep on a firm mattress. Try sleeping on your side with a pillow between your knees.

4. Gentle Exercises:
Engage in mild stretches or yoga (under guidance) to reduce stiffness and improve circulation. Avoid high-impact activities.

5. Avoid Heavy Lifting:
Do not bend or lift weights as it can strain your lower back and worsen the nerve irritation.

6. Footwear:
Wear flat, comfortable shoes. Avoid heels or shoes with poor support.

7. Heat or Cold Compress:
Apply a warm compress or cold pack to the affected lower back area for 15–20 minutes to relieve pain.

Dear Hussain ji,

Thank you for your query. We understand your concern regarding Ayushman card applicability for spine surgery at St. John Hospital, Guwahati.

We have checked the official Ayushman Bharat website, and as per the latest information, St. John Hospital is still empanelled under PM-JAY for cashless treatment.

🔗 Check hospital status here

What You Should Do Next

• Please contact the Ayushman Mitra desk at St. John Hospital directly and mention this link from the official site.

• Ask specifically if spine surgery is included in their Ayushman coverage, as services covered may vary.

• If they still deny it, you can raise a grievance via NHA helpdesk or choose another empanelled hospital in Guwahati.

Dear Roushan ji,

Heel pe lipoma ke liye single lipoma ka surgical removal (excision) chahiye, jo Ayushman Bharat (PM‑JAY) mein covered hai—bina kisi charge ke agar aap empanelled hospital me eligible hain. Gaya mein aap in hospitals mein treatment karwa sakte hain:

Empanelled Hospitals in Gaya for Lipoma Surgery

• Jindal Hospital & Endo­surgery Center, Gaya
  – PM‑JAY empanelled, provides multispecialty surgical care including minor tumour excisions

• PHC Atri, Gaya
  – Primary health centre empanelled under PM‑JAY, avails general medicine and minor surgeries

• ECR Sub‑Divisional Hospital, Gaya
  – Government hospital with emergency and surgical services, covered under PM‑JAY

• SNM Medica Multi‑Speciality, Gaya
  – Top-quality multispeciality centre; confirm PM‑JAY status before procedure

Steps to Access Free Lipoma Surgery

1. Visit https://hospitals.pmjay.gov.in/Search/

2. Select State: Bihar, District: Gaya

3. Choose Hospital Type: Govt or Private

4. (Optional) In Speciality choose General Surgery

5. Click Search → call the hospital’s Ayushman Mitra desk to confirm lipoma removal coverage