Are lung surgeries covered under the PM-JAY scheme?

Hello,

Yes, lung-related surgeries is covered under the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme.

Which Lung Treatments Be Covered?

Depending on the medical condition and approved package, lung-related procedures include

• Lung surgery, including thoracotomy

• Lung decortication for conditions such as empyema

• Surgery for certain lung cancers

• Procedures for airway or lung-related tumours

• Treatment for fluid accumulation around the lungs

• Other eligible respiratory or thoracic procedures under applicable PM-JAY packages

The treating specialist will decide which procedure is required after reviewing the patient's condition and investigations.

How to Check Whether This Hospital Provides PM-JAY Lung Treatment?

1. Visit the official PM-JAY Hospital Finder.

2. Select your State and District.

3. Search for the hospital by name.

4. Check whether the hospital is currently PM-JAY empanelled.

5. Check whether the hospital has the relevant Pulmonology/Chest Medicine or Cardiothoracic Surgery specialty.

Documents Required

• Ayushman Card

• Aadhaar Card/valid ID

• Doctor's prescription

• CT scan/X-ray and other lung reports

• Biopsy/pathology report, if applicable

• Previous medical records and discharge summaries

How HexaHealth Can Help

HexaHealth is not a hospital. We can help you identify a suitable partner hospital based on the patient's treatment requirement, connect you with an experienced pulmonologist or thoracic surgeon, arrange consultation and assist with hospital coordination for the Ayushman treatment process.

Please share your city/state, and the lung problem or surgery advised by the doctor. We can then guide you regarding the appropriate hospital and next steps for PM-JAY treatment.

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