Can use ECHS card for collarbone plate removal surgery?

Hello,

Yes, plate removal after a previous collarbone fracture is treated through ECHS.

Steps to check an ECHS hospital

1. Visit the official ECHS website.

2. Open the Empanelled Hospital Details section.

3. Select your state and city/area.

4. Check hospitals that are empanelled for Orthopaedics.

5. Note the exact hospital name and address.

6. Contact the hospital's ECHS desk and ask whether implant/plate removal is covered at that hospital.

7. Visit your ECHS Polyclinic for an orthopaedic consultation/referral, as required.

8. Show your previous treatment records and X-rays to the orthopaedic doctor.

9. Confirm whether any prior approval is required for your specific procedure.

10. Before admission, confirm with both the ECHS Polyclinic and hospital that the procedure is approved under ECHS and whether any additional payment could apply.

Documents to keep ready

• ECHS Smart Card

• Aadhaar/valid identity document

• Previous fracture and treatment records

• X-rays of the collarbone and plate

• Doctor's prescription/referral

• Previous operation/discharge papers

• Recent blood-test reports, if available

• Details of current medicines

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