AB-PMJAY for senior citizens above 70 years: Can you receive treatment immediately after enrolling in the Ayushman Bharat Senior Citizen Scheme?
By Sneha Kulkarni, ET Online |
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AB-PMJAY scheme launched
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) for senior citizens aged 70 and up. This policy gives free medical treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh to all senior persons, regardless of income or financial position.
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What are the eligibility criteria for senior citizens under this scheme?
All senior citizens aged 70 or above, regardless of economic status, are eligible for free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakh under this scheme. The only eligibility criterion is that the individual must be aged 70 years or above, as determined by the age recorded in their Aadhaar card, regardless of economic status.
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Can I receive treatment immediately after enrolling in the AB PMJAY Senior Citizen Scheme?
Yes, beneficiaries can begin accessing treatment from the first day of enrolment. There is no waiting period for any disease or treatment, so coverage starts immediately.
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My family is already a beneficiary of Ayushman Bharat. Will my father, who is over 70 years old, receive the additional top-up benefit?
Yes, your father is eligible for the additional top-up benefit. However, he will need to redo his Aadhaar eKYC.
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My family is an Ayushman Bharat beneficiary. Will we all now get a cover of Rs 10 lakh under this scheme?
No, the additional Rs 5 lakh coverage is only for family members aged 70 or above. The rest of the family will continue to receive their existing Rs 5 lakh coverage.
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My family is an Ayushman Bharat beneficiary. Will we all now get a cover of Rs 10 lakh under this scheme?
No, the additional Rs 5 lakh coverage is only for family members aged 70 or above. The rest of the family will continue to receive their existing Rs 5 lakh coverage.