Which equipment is best for ACL surgery and is Ayushman Card accepted?

Dear Ayush Pant ji,

Since you are 22 years old and have an ACL tear with a meniscus tear and mild effusion, you should consult an experienced knee and sports-injury orthopaedic surgeon before deciding on surgery or implants.

Regarding German versus Indian equipment, there is no simple rule that German implants are always better than Indian implants. The important factors are the implant's quality and regulatory approval, the specific material and design, the surgeon's experience with that implant, and whether it is appropriate for your knee and activity level. Your surgeon should explain the implant being recommended and why it is suitable for you.

For ACL reconstruction, the PM-JAY package itself specifies covered implant components such as a bio screw, Endobutton, suture disc and Ethibond, with an implant-and-brace component included in the listed package.

Therefore, do not choose an implant only because it is German or Indian. Ask the surgeon for the exact brand, model, material, and implant type and discuss its suitability for your age, activity level, ACL injury and meniscus tear.

Can Ayushman Card Cover ACL Surgery With a German Implant?

Yes, ACL reconstruction with an implant is included in the PM-JAY package list. The official package specifically includes "Reconstruction of Cruciate Ligament with implant and brace.

However, this does not automatically mean that any German implant of your choice will be covered. PM-JAY coverage is based on the applicable package and its specified implant/consumable component. If you want a particular higher-cost implant or brand outside the approved package, ask the hospital's Ayushman Mitra whether it is covered before surgery and whether you would have to pay any difference.

Your meniscus tear may also require repair or meniscectomy depending on the tear pattern and the surgeon's assessment. The PM-JAY standard treatment guidelines include arthroscopic meniscus repair/meniscectomy along with cruciate ligament reconstruction.

How to Check an Ayushman Hospital for ACL Surgery

1. Open the official PM-JAY Hospital Search portal.

2. Select your state and district.

3. Search the hospital by its exact name.

4. Confirm that the hospital's PM-JAY empanelment is currently active.

5. Check whether Orthopaedics and the relevant knee/sports-injury treatment are available.

Documents to Carry

• Ayushman Card

• Aadhaar Card or valid government ID

• MRI knee report and images

• Orthopaedic/sports surgeon's prescription

• X-ray reports, if available

• Previous medical records

• Accident-related medical records, if available

• Previous treatment or physiotherapy records

What You Should Do Now

Because your accident occurred on 3 December 2025 and you have a documented ACL and meniscus tear, it would be appropriate to have your current knee status reassessed before proceeding with surgery. The decision for ACL reconstruction depends on factors such as knee instability, your activity or sports requirements, the type of meniscus tear, examination findings and MRI findings.

Do not select the implant yourself based only on its country of manufacture. Get the surgeon to explain the recommended implant and confirm its PM-JAY coverage before admission.

How HexaHealth Can Help

We can help you connect with experienced orthopaedic and sports-injury surgeons and suitable PM-JAY-empanelled partner hospitals. We can also assist with consultation, appointment scheduling and treatment coordination.

Share your city and state and, if available, your MRI report/impression. We can help identify a suitable knee specialist and partner hospital according to your requirement.