Insurers want a single empanelment system to make cashless treatment smoother for patients. Hospitals are skeptical, arguing the change could complicate billing, approvals, and operational workflows, effectively delaying care. ET Prime decodes the impact on hospitals, the insurance ecosystem, and the end customer—where the promised simplicity may not land evenly.
PM Rahat is a new cashless healthcare scheme for road accident victims, designed to cut delays that can cost lives. Under the technology-driven framework, eligible victims can get cashless treatment for up to seven days with coverage up to Rs 1.5 lakh. Here’s how to access services, check eligibility, understand coverage, and file claims step by step.
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