Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana

Introduction

• After the implementation of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, there are some people who are unable to receive its benefits.
• Therefore, to provide quality healthcare services to each and every citizen of the state who are in need, the Uttarakhand Chief Minister announced Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana (AAUY).
• Under this scheme, the beneficiaries will get the benefits similar to those offered under the PM-JAY.
• Before its announcement, approximately 5 lakhs people were benefiting from PM-JAY.
• But now after the implementation of the AAUY the number of beneficiaries has increased to 23 lakhs.
• It means around 18 lakhs more beneficiaries will receive the benefits of free medical care under this new scheme.
• Schemes offers the cashless treatment of five lakh in a year per family and three days pre and 15 days post hospitalization cover.
• Treatment under the scheme will be available in government hospitals, AIIMS, and private hospitals referred by the government hospital.
• However, in emergency cases empanelled private hospitals can also provide treatment without any referral.
• As of now, there are 1350 types of diseases that will be treated under the scheme.
• However, in emergency cases, empanelled private hospitals can also provide treatment without any referral.
• To avail of the benefits of the scheme, beneficiaries need to apply for the golden card.
• Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana application facilities are available at Common Service Centres (CSC), hospitals, and community service centers in your area.
• For any queries or assistance about the Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana, feel free to call the toll free number 104 issued by the Uttarakhand government.
• Moreover, you can also contact the Arogya Mitra, who will provide in-depth details about the scheme and how to receive treatment under the AAUY.
• For the successful implementation of the scheme, the government has allocated a budget of Rs 500 cr for 2024-25.

Benefits of Scheme

• The Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana (AAUY) offers similar benefits as those provided by the Ayushman Bharat- Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.
  • Eligible beneficiaries may avail themselves of cashless treatment of Rs 5 lakh in a year.
    
  • This benefit is applicable to all family members irrespective of their size.
    
  • Additionally, three days pre and 15 days post hospitalization benefits were also provided.
  • The scheme offers a cashless treatment, meaning beneficiaries are not required to pay any fee during their treatment.

Eligibility Criteria

• To receive the benefits of the Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana (AAUY), the beneficiary must fulfill the following criteria: -
  • He/She must be a domiciled resident of Uttarakhand.
  • Beneficiaries must possess a ration card issued under the NFSA Act.
  • People hail from economics disadvantaged families are eligible.
  • His/her Aadhaar must be linked with a mobile number.
  • However, families who are registered under the CGHS or any other health schemes of the government are not eligible.

Documents Required

• While submitting Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana (AAUY) application form, the beneficiary needs to share their following documents: -
  • Aadhaar Card.
  • Address proof.
  • Income Certificate.
  • Caste Certificate (if required)
  • NFSA Ration Card.
  • MSBY Card.
  • Bank Documents.
  • Photograph.
  • Mobile number.
  • SECC household ID.
    

How to apply

• Eligible applicants can apply for the Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana Golden Card offline.
• For this, the government organizes camps in municipal offices or at the Common Service Centre.
• Beneficiaries can also apply for the Atal Ayushman golden card by visiting the empaneled hospital.
• Applicants need to collect the AAUY application form.
• Fill out the details asked in the application form and
• Affix the list of necessary documents.
• Submit this application to the concerned hospital or at the camp.
• Once the details and documents submitted in the application form are successfully verified.
• The authority will issue the Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana Golden Card.
• Note: If the beneficiary doesn't possess the golden card, they must carry their Ration Card, Aadhaar or Voter ID card in case of emergency.

Important Link

• Uttarakhand State Health Authority Official Website.
• Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana Arogya Mitra Contact Details.

Contact Details

• Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana Helpline Number: 155368 and 104
• Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana Toll Free Number: 180001805368
• Uttarakhand State Health Authority Helpdesk: shauk@uk.gov.in
• State Health Authority Uttarakhand
  Plot No - A1
  IT Park ,
  Sahastradhara Road ,
  Dehradun