Pregnancy checkup at tie-up hospital: what to expect?

Hi Karthikeyan,

Thank you for reaching out.

If you're looking for tie-up hospitals for pregnancy treatment in Chennai, the availability of facilities will depend on which scheme or insurance coverage you're referring to—such as Ayushman Bharat, CGHS, ECHS, private insurance (like Star, MediAssist, etc.), or employer-linked hospitals.

How to Check Tie-Up Hospitals in Chennai for Pregnancy Treatment?

1. If you're covered under Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY):

   • Visit: https://hospitals.pmjay.gov.in

   • Choose Tamil Nadu > Chennai and enter your scheme.

2. For CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme):

   • Refer to the latest CGHS list available for Chennai: CGHS Empanelled Hospitals – Chennai

3. For ESI / ECHS or state schemes:

   • You may need to get referred from the nearest wellness center or ESI clinic.

4. For private insurance holders:

   • Log in to your insurer's website (e.g. Star Health, HDFC Ergo) and search for network hospitals by location.

What to Look for in a Good Maternity Hospital?

• Experienced obstetricians and gynaecologists

• NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) availability

• Emergency and surgical facilities (C-section readiness)

• Comfortable and hygienic wards

• Insurance/cashless tie-up facility

Please let us know the name of your card/scheme or insurance provider so we can assist you better. Wishing your wife a safe and smooth pregnancy journey!