29 states and UTs have signed MoU for implementation of AB-PMJAY

29 states and UTs have signed the MoU and have started working on implementation of the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB-PMJAY). The pilots have started in 16 states/UTs while other states/UTs will also start pilots before fully launching the scheme on September 25. The scheme architecture and formulation has undergone a truly federal process, with stakeholder inputs taken from all states and UTs through the national conclaves, sectoral working groups, intensive field exercises, and piloting of key modules. Strict action will be taken against those running the fake websites on Ayushman Bharat. Moreover, there is no enrolment required for beneficiaries and there is no payment for obtaining services at empaneled hospitals. Arogya Mitras training is being conducted in collaboration with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Ministry of Skill Development to strengthen implementation and operational preparedness. Training has already been initiated in 15 states/UTs.

Reiterating the commitment of the government, the objectives of the AB-PMJAY are to reduce out-of-pocket hospitalization expenses, fulfil unmet needs, and improve access of identified families to quality inpatient care and day care surgeries. The services will include more than 1300 procedures covering pre and post hospitalization, diagnostics, and medicines, and the beneficiaries will be able to move across borders and access services across the country through the provider network seamlessly. The government has given total flexibility to the states to choose their own modes of implementation among insurance, trust, or mixed mode and government is ready to provide the required support. NHA information security and data privacy are being institutionalized to provide adequate guidance and set of controls on the secure handling of beneficiaries’ personal data and sensitive personal data in compliance with all laws and regulations applicable.