Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme in Agartala
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Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Assam (NHM Assam)
Guidance for businesses in Agartala
The scheme "Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme" is a yearly Financial Assistance Scheme provided as reimbursement to members of families whose yearly income is less than ₹5.00 lakhs for treatment of serious diseases including accident cases.
At a glance
- Scheme Name
- Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme
- Type
- Yearly financial assistance (reimbursement)
- Maximum Benefit
- ₹3.00 lakh
- Income Ceiling
- Family income under ₹5.00 lakh/annum
- Coverage
- Serious diseases, surgery/BMT, accident cases
- Age Limit
- No age limit
Benefits
Under this scheme, financial assistance up to a maximum benefit of ₹3.00 Lakh will be provided.
Any serious disease requiring surgery/implants/procedures like Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) or any other critical disease including serious accident cases is covered.
All financial assistance is admissible for treatment in all Government hospitals including Medical Colleges/Tertiary Health Care facilities, all reputed private hospitals registered under the Clinical Establishment Act, and empanelled hospitals of Government of Assam, AAA (Atal Amrit Abhiyan), and PMJAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana).
Eligibility
- All Indian citizens who are ordinarily resident of the State of Assam will be eligible under the scheme.
- The family income of the applicant should be less than ₹5.00 lakhs per annum.
- There will be no age limit for coverage under the scheme.
- No Govt. employee or Govt. pensioners and their family members will be eligible under the scheme.
- Treatment should be undertaken in any govt. hospital including Govt. Medical Colleges and all reputed Pvt. Hospitals registered under the Clinical Establishment Act anywhere in the state or in the country.
Documents required
- Photograph of the patient (Attested by Doctor)
- Attested photocopy of Income Certificate by Revenue Circle Officer.
- Attested photocopy of Identity & Address Proof (Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, Driving license).
- Original bills, vouchers, receipts, etc.
- Copy of the medical documents of treatment to be certified by the treating Doctor/Hospital
- Discharge Summary/Prescription (Attested)
- Attested Photocopy of the first page of the Bank Pass Book.
- Attested Photocopy of Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)/Atal Amrit Abhiyan (AAA) Card.
How to apply
- 1
Visit the official website and download the application form from the website of National Health Assam: https://nhm.assam.gov.in/schemes/assam-arogya-nidhi.
- 2
Submit the application in the prescribed format (complete in all respects) to NHM, Assam, or to the Joint Director of Health Services of the District, who forwards it to NHM, Assam for consideration.
- 3
An Expert Committee comprising specialist doctors of Guwahati Medical College verifies the applications and recommends eligible cases.
- 4
As per the committee's recommendations, financial assistance is provided to eligible beneficiaries preferably through Direct Bank Transfer. (Note: PMJAY/AAA card holders avail cashless treatment under those schemes first; those without or if the disease isn't covered can apply directly. AAN assistance is for exceptional cases, not general.)
About the scheme
The Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme is a yearly financial-assistance scheme provided as reimbursement to families whose annual income is under ₹5.00 lakh, for the treatment of serious diseases (including accident cases). It provides financial assistance up to ₹3.00 lakh for treatments requiring surgery, implants, or procedures such as Bone Marrow Transplant, at government and empanelled/reputed private hospitals.
Why it matters
- Serious-Illness Cover:
- Up to ₹3.00 lakh for major treatments.
- Wide Coverage:
- Surgery, implants, BMT, and serious accidents.
- Low-Income Families:
- For families with income under ₹5 lakh.
- Hospital Choice:
- Government and empanelled/reputed private hospitals.
Focus areas
- Medical Assistance:
- Reimbursement for serious-disease treatment.
- Critical Care:
- Surgery, implants, BMT, and accidents.
- Low-Income Families:
- Support for families under ₹5 lakh income.
Is this scheme right for you?
The Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme helps low-income Assam families meet the high cost of treating serious diseases and accidents with up to ₹3.00 lakh in assistance. If you are an ordinarily-resident Assam citizen (family income under ₹5 lakh, not a government employee/pensioner), this scheme can support major medical treatment.
Official links
Links open the issuing department's website. Always confirm the current terms there before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is "Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme"?
The scheme "Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme" is a yearly Financial Assistance Scheme provided as reimbursement to members of families whose yearly income is less than ₹5.00 lakhs for treatment of serious diseases including accident cases.
How much financial assistance will be provided under the scheme?
Under this scheme, financial assistance up to a maximum benefit of ₹3.00 Lakh will be provided.
What type of diseases are to be covered under the scheme?
Under this scheme, any serious disease is to be covered which requires surgery/ implants/ procedures like Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) or any other critical disease including serious accident cases.
In which hospital the financial assistance will be admissible for treatment?
All financial assistance will be admissible for treatment in all Government hospitals including Medical Colleges/ Tertiary Health Care facilities, all reputed private hospitals registered under the Clinical Establishment Act and empanelled hospitals of the Government of Assam.
Who will select the beneficiary?
Beneficiaries are selected by a Selection Committee that has been notified by the Government of Assam.
Who are the members of the Selection Committee?
The members of the Selection Committee are (i) Hon'ble Minister, Health & Family Welfare, Chairperson Assam (ii) Principal Secretary to the Govt. of Assam, Member (iii) Health & Family Welfare Deptt. CEO, AAA Society, Member (iv) Mission Director, NHM, Assam, Convenor (v) Director of Health Services, Assam, Member (vi) Director of Medical Education, Assam, Member (vii) Financial Advisor, Health & Family Welfare Department, Member (viii) Principal, GMCH, Bhangaghar, Member
Is it a 100% state sponsored scheme?
No, the government of India also contributes 50% of the funds sanctioned by the State Government.
Who is eligible under the scheme?
An individual whose family income is less than ₹5.00 lakhs per annum is eligible under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for resident of Assam State?
Yes, all Indian citizens who are ordinarily residents of the State of Assam will be eligible under the scheme.
What is the age limit to apply for the scheme?
There is no age limit for applying under the scheme.
Can a government employee or pensioner is eligible for the scheme?
No, the Govt. employees or Govt. pensioners and their family members will not be eligible under the scheme.
Where can I get the application form?
The applicant should visit the official website and download the application form from the website of National Health Assam.
How can I apply under the scheme?
The applicant must complete the application in all respects and submit it to NHM, Assam, or to the Joint Director of Health Services of the District who will forward the same to NHM, Assam for necessary consideration.
How will the financial assistance be provided to eligible beneficiaries?
As per the committee's recommendations, financial assistance is provided to eligible beneficiaries preferably through Direct Bank Transfer.
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