[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet approved the expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) on September 11, 2024, extending health coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income. This move will benefit 6 crore senior citizens and 4.5 crore families, providing free health insurance of up to \u20b95 lakh per family per year.<\/p>\n
Key Highlights of the Expansion:<\/strong><\/p>\n New Distinct Card<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Senior citizens aged 70+ will receive a separate AB PM-JAY card<\/p>\n Top-Up Coverage<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Those in existing AB PM-JAY families get an exclusive \u20b95 lakh top-up per year<\/p>\n Family Coverage<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Uncovered senior citizens will now receive \u20b95 lakh annual family coverage<\/p>\n Choice of Schemes<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Beneficiaries of CGHS, ECHS, CAPF health schemes can choose between their current plan or AB PM-JAY<\/p>\n Eligibility with Private Insurance<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Senior citizens with private health insurance or Employees\u2019 State Insurance can also avail AB PM-JAY benefits<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n This expansion aims to enhance healthcare accessibility for India`s elderly, ensuring quality medical care without financial strain. Stay tuned for implementation updates!<\/p>\n For Contact<\/strong>\u00a0:\u00a0https:\/\/abdm.gov.in\/contact<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet approved the expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) on September 11, 2024, extending health coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income. This move will benefit 6 crore senior citizens and 4.5 crore families, providing free health insurance […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12812,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet approved the expansion of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) on September 11, 2024, extending health coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income. This move will benefit 6 crore senior citizens and 4.5 crore families, providing free health insurance of up to \u20b95 lakh per family per year.\r\n\r\nKey Highlights of the Expansion:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nNew Distinct Card<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Senior citizens aged 70+ will receive a separate AB PM-JAY card\r\n\r\nTop-Up Coverage<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Those in existing AB PM-JAY families get an exclusive \u20b95 lakh top-up per year\r\n\r\nFamily Coverage<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Uncovered senior citizens will now receive \u20b95 lakh annual family coverage\r\n\r\nChoice of Schemes<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Beneficiaries of CGHS, ECHS, CAPF health schemes can choose between their current plan or AB PM-JAY\r\n