Is chronic suppurative otitis media treatment covered under Ayushman Bharat?

Dear Advocate Prabh Saini ji,

Yes, treatment for chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM), a long-term ear infection that cause repeated ear discharge or hearing problems, is covered under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY.

The exact treatment covered depends on the patient's condition. The ENT doctor recommend medicines, ear treatment, or surgery depending on the infection, hearing loss and condition of the eardrum and middle ear.

How to check PM-JAY empanelled hospital?

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

2. Select your State.

3. Select your District.

4. Select Government or Private Hospital.

5. Select ENT/Otorhinolaryngology, if available.

6. Search the exact hospital name.

7. Enter the captcha, if shown.

8. Click Search.

9. Check that the hospital has active PM-JAY empanelment and the required ENT treatment package is available.

10. Visit the hospital's Ayushman Mitra/PM-JAY desk with the diagnosis and ENT doctor's treatment advice. Ask them to confirm the applicable package and whether pre-authorisation is required.

You can also check the district-wise PM-JAY empanelled hospital list.

Documents to carry

• Ayushman Card

• Aadhaar Card or valid ID proof

• ENT doctor's prescription/treatment advice

• Ear examination or hearing test reports, if available

• Previous prescriptions and medical records

• CT scan or other reports, if advised

• Blood test and other relevant reports, if available

• Admission/discharge papers, if applicable

• Referral document, if required

If the patient has severe ear pain, swelling around the ear, high fever, dizziness, sudden hearing loss, facial weakness, or severe headache, seek medical attention promptly.