ESIC joins forces with Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, significantly broadening healthcare access for millions
Key Update:
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), under the leadership of Union Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, is integrating its healthcare services with Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This initiative aims to enhance healthcare access for over 14.43 crore beneficiaries across India.
Highlights of the Initiative:
- Access to 30,000 Hospitals:
ESIC beneficiaries can now avail secondary and tertiary medical care services at over 30,000 AB-PMJAY empanelled hospitals nationwide. There are no financial ceilings on treatment costs under this integration. - Existing ESIC Infrastructure:
The current health facilities under ESIC, including 165 hospitals, 1590 dispensaries, 105 DCBOs (Dispensary cum Branch Offices), and around 2900 empanelled private institutions, will continue offering services to beneficiaries. - Convergence Goal:
This partnership seeks to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare to India’s workforce and their families while expanding the reach of ESIC services.
What is the ESI Scheme?
The Employees’ State Insurance Scheme is a social security initiative for organized sector employees, providing protection against sickness, maternity, disablement, and death due to employment injury. It also offers medical care to insured individuals and their families.
Benefits for Beneficiaries:
- Secondary & Tertiary Care Access:
Medical services now extended to AB-PMJAY hospitals. - No Financial Limits:
Treatment cost ceilings removed for ESIC beneficiaries. - Wider Reach:
ESIC now covers 687 districts, strengthening healthcare delivery.
Statements from Key Officials:
- Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Labour Minister: The integration reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring healthcare for the workforce.
- Sh. Ashok Kumar Singh, DG, ESIC: “Beneficiaries will have access to high-quality medical services without financial constraints.”
- Ms. Sumita Dawra, Labour Secretary: This move enhances ESIC’s ability to meet evolving healthcare needs.
Conclusion:
This initiative is a landmark step in improving healthcare accessibility for India’s workforce under the ESIC and AB-PMJAY frameworks. Beneficiaries are encouraged to explore the extended network for comprehensive medical support.
