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He has to undergo a leg operation. Will the Ayushman card be valid for him?
Dear Sadashiv Annappa Kamble Ji,
Yes, leg surgery is covered under Ayushman Bharat Yojana (PMJAY). You can avail cashless leg surgery at a PMJAY-empanelled hospital after beneficiary verification and treatment package approval. PMJAY covers a wide range of orthopaedic procedures, including eligible fracture and other leg surgeries.
Depending on the patient's medical condition and the approved treatment package, PM-JAY cover surgeries such as
Fracture fixation surgery.
Ligament or tendon repair.
Orthopaedic trauma surgery.
Bone infection (osteomyelitis) surgery.
Joint replacement, where covered under the scheme.
Other medically necessary orthopaedic procedures included in the PM-JAY package.
The treating orthopaedic surgeon will determine the most appropriate treatment after evaluating the patient's condition.
As per the approved PMJAY package, coverage include :
Orthopaedic specialist consultation
Pre-operative evaluation and diagnostic investigations
Leg surgery (when medically advised)
Operation theatre charges
Surgeon and anaesthetist charges
Implants (as covered under the approved PMJAY package)
Medicines and consumables during hospitalization
Hospital stay
Nursing care
Post-operative rehabilitation and follow-up care
Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY) Card
Aadhaar Card
Doctor's prescription
X-ray, MRI, or other relevant medical reports (if available)
Previous medical records (if available)
Visit the PMJAY Hospital Finder.
Select your:
State
District
Specialty : Orthopaedics
Click Search to view PMJAY-empanelled hospitals.
Ayushman Bharat Guidance: We help you understand the PMJAY eligibility and treatment process.
Hospital Network: We connect you with trusted PMJAY-empanelled partner hospitals offering orthopaedic treatment.
Expert Consultation: We help you consult with experienced orthopaedic surgeons.
Treatment Coordination: We assist with hospital selection, appointments, documentation, and treatment planning for a seamless experience.
To assist you better, please let us know:
Your City and State.
What is the exact leg problem or diagnosis? (For example, fracture, ligament injury, joint problem, or another condition.)
Based on these details, we will help you connect with an experienced orthopaedic specialist and the most suitable Ayushman Bharat empanelled partner hospital for cashless treatment.
Wishing the patient a successful treatment and a speedy recovery.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth
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