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Dear K Somasekhar ji,

Thank you for reaching out regarding kidney transplant. A kidney transplant is a major surgery done to replace a non-functioning kidney with a healthy donor kidney—often considered when dialysis is no longer effective or sustainable.

If you are exploring transplant options:

• We can connect you with top nephrologists and transplant centers in Bangalore.

• If you're seeking treatment through Ayushman Bharat, kindly confirm if you or the patient holds a valid Ayushman card.

• HexaHealth can assist with hospital selection, consultation booking, insurance or scheme eligibility checks, and complete transplant care coordination.

We'll guide you step-by-step based on your preference.

Dear Rahat Shaikh ji,

Agar aapke papa dialysis par hain aur unke paas Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) card hai to aapko MP ki card Kalyan (Maharashtra) mein use karne ke liye "portability" option check karna hoga. PM-JAY allow karta hai cross-state treatment, lekin kuch processes follow karne zaruri hain.

Ayushman Card Use in Another State

• PM-JAY beneficiaries can avail cashless treatment across India (portability)

• Dialysis is included under Chronic Kidney Disease care, aur covered hai

• Local empanelled hospital mein portability request submit karna hota hai

Kalyan Mein Empanelled Dialysis Hospitals

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

2. State: Maharashtra, District: Thane (Kalyan is part of Thane district)

3. Choose Hospital Type: Government or Private

4. In Speciality, select Nephrology or Dialysis

5. Click Search → aapko empanelled dialysis centres mil jayenge

6. Call the hospital’s Ayushman Mitra desk to confirm dialysis availability and portability

Dear Manoj K Shah ji,

TIPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt) is a specialised liver procedure often recommended for patients with advanced liver disease, especially those suffering from portal hypertension, recurrent ascites, or esophageal varices.

Yes, TIPS procedure is covered under Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) when done at a recognised and empanelled hospital with gastroenterology or interventional radiology facilities.

Important Points about TIPS Under Ayushman Bharat:

• Covered only at PMJAY-empanelled hospitals with the required infrastructure

• Must be recommended by a liver specialist based on diagnosis

• Cashless treatment available with valid Ayushman card

Steps to Confirm Availability in Mumbai:

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

2. Select State: Maharashtra and District: Mumbai

3. Choose Speciality: Gastroenterology or General Surgery

4. Click Search to view empanelled hospitals

5. Call the hospital’s Ayushman Mitra desk to confirm if TIPS is performed