Inclusion of AYUSH Packages in Ayushman Bharat Health Insurance Scheme
AYUSH Packages in Ayushman Bharat
The inclusion of AYUSH packages in the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme represents a pivotal move in enhancing the accessibility of traditional medicine. Health Minister Prataprao Jadhav announced plans to integrate 170 AYUSH treatment packages, covering non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension, into this flagship program.
Expansion of Traditional Medicine Access
- The establishment of medical stores for Ayush medications in tehsils aims to improve public healthcare.
- Consultations with insurance companies are underway to determine package cost structures.
The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) offers health coverage of Rs 5 lakh per family annually for secondary and tertiary care, benefiting 12 crore families.
Strategic Initiatives by the Government
- The government is actively pursuing partnerships with international health organizations to bolster evidence-based traditional medicine.
- Agreements with Vietnam and Malaysia are aimed at advancing cooperation in medicinal plants and Ayurveda.
The Ministry of Ayush has also reported a significant outreach through 14,692 Ayush camps aimed at providing holistic health solutions.
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