Ayushman Card: How to Make One From Home and Why It Matters

G GOWTHAM
The Ayushman Card is your gateway to India’s flagship health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY). It gives you access to cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals, covering up to ₹5 lakh per family per year. Here’s how to get it without leaving your house.

1. What is an Ayushman Card?

  • It’s a digital or physical card issued under PM-JAY.
  • Linked to your name, family, and health coverage.
  • Lets hospitals verify eligibility for free or subsidized treatment.
2. Who Can Get an Ayushman Card?

Eligibility is based on socio-economic criteria:

  • Identified in the SECC 2011 database as a poor or vulnerable family.
  • Certain occupational and residential categories also qualify.
  • Families not in SECC can check eligibility online or via the helpline.
3. Steps to Make an Ayushman Card From Home

You don’t need to visit an office—everything can be done online:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to https://www.pmjay.gov.in.

Step 2: Check Eligibility

  • Enter your mobile number.
  • Provide basic details like name, state, and Aadhaar.
  • The portal confirms if your family is eligible.
Step 3: Generate Your Ayushman Card

  • Once verified, your card can be downloaded immediately as a PDF.
  • You can also request a physical card to be delivered to your home.
Step 4: Link With mobile Number

  • Ensure your mobile number is linked to the card for SMS alerts and updates.
4. Alternative Way: Through Hospitals

If online is difficult, empanelled hospitals can help generate your card:

  • Bring your Aadhaar and family ID.
  • Hospital staff will verify and generate your card instantly.
5. Why the Ayushman Card is Important

  • Cashless Treatment: No upfront payment at empanelled hospitals.
  • Covers Major Procedures: Surgeries, chronic disease treatment, maternity care, and more.
  • Portable Nationwide: Valid at any empanelled hospital across India.
  • Family-Wide Coverage: Protects all members under one card.
6. Tips for Using Your Ayushman Card Effectively

  • Keep your card safe—digital or physical.
  • Update family members in the card if needed.
  • Check hospital empanelment before visiting to avoid issues.
  • Carry Aadhaar or other ID for verification at hospitals.
💡 Pro Tip: Even if you’re healthy today, generating your Ayushman Card from home ensures your family is ready for emergencies. It’s free, quick, and a lifesaver in medical crises.

 

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