In a major relief for thousands of beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat scheme across the state, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Haryana has decided to keep the suspension of Ayushman Bharat services in private hospitals from June 5 on hold.
The decision has been taken by the state body after a positive meeting with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ayushman Bharat–Haryana Health Protection Authority (AB-HHPA) and other officials on June 3.
The matter was subsequently discussed in detail during a virtual meeting of IMA Haryana office bearers and members on Thursday.
“We have kept our earlier decision of suspending Ayushman services in private hospitals from June 5 on hold after the positive assurances given by the CEO AB-HHPA. The decision to continue services has been taken in good faith and in the larger interest of patients, particularly economically weaker sections who depend on private hospitals empanelled under Ayushman Bharat,” said Dr Sunila Soni, president IMA Haryana.
She maintained that they were assured regarding the expeditious processing and release of pending payments, streamlining of claim settlement mechanisms, prevention of unjustified deductions and adverse communications, and the establishment of a transparent and consultative framework to address issues faced by empanelled hospitals.
“We welcome the assurance of maintaining regular interactions with us to resolve operational concerns and improve the implementation of the scheme,” she added.
However, the association made it clear that the continuation of this arrangement would depend on the timely implementation of the commitments made by the CEO and other officials, especially concerning prompt payment of dues and fair, transparent claim adjudication with proper justification for any deductions imposed.
She urged all member hospitals to respond promptly to queries raised by Ayushman Bharat teams and ensure accuracy while uploading documents and submitting replies through the online portal.
