The Resurgence of Sehat Card in KP: 1,800 Treatments Offered at 118 Hospitals [Latest Update]

Great news for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa residents holding the Sehat Sahulat Card! The insurance company had threatened to cancel the card due to delayed payments from the government. However, after resolving the issue, the company has officially reinstated the Sehat Card in KP, benefitting the deserving and underprivileged individuals.

Restoration of Sehat Card in KP Post Settlement

Despite facing budget constraints resulting in a reduction earlier, the K-P government announced the full reinstatement of free treatment services under the Sehat Insaf Card across the province this March.

وزیر صحت، سعید قاسم علی شاہ، نے خبری کانفرنس میں صوبے کے صحت کارڈ پلس منصوبے کی بحالی اور اس کے شہریوں کے لیے فراہم کردہ مفت صحت کی دیکھ بھال خدمات کی دوبارہ شروعات پر تبصرہ کیا۔

The official sources revealed that the provincial government paid Rs13 billion to the corporation since March but still owes Rs18 billion. Following the failure to disburse the promised Rs5 billion, the insurance company terminated free treatments.

An in-depth discussion concerning this matter is scheduled between the health minister and the finance advisor to the chief minister, Muzamal Aslam.

Provision of 1,800 Free Treatments at 118 Hospitals Across the Province

Health Minister and Chief Executive of Sehat Sahulat Program, Dr. Riaz Tanoli, alongside Program Director Dr. Ijaz, provided updates on the ongoing efforts. Minister Shah applauded the successful implementation of Health Card services, highlighting the availability of 1,800 medical procedures at no cost in 118 public and private institutions across the province.

Reopening of Health Card Distribution Counters at Hospitals

For the many KP residents seeking free health treatments but previously deemed ineligible due to certain criteria, the KP government has reopened health card distribution centers in hospital premises. The Chief Minister announced the reopening, allocating an extra Rs5 billion to the insurance company for this cause.

List of Hospitals Participating in the Health Card Program

Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is set to pave the way for further progress in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through the Health Card initiative. The Health Department released a list of hospitals under the program providing free treatment across 118 institutions.

Minister Shah assured that operational methods in government hospitals are being revamped to address prevalent issues like overbilling and irregularities.

In Summary

The complete restoration of the Sehat Sahulat Card in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa signifies a significant milestone, enabling eligible residents to access 1,800 complimentary medical treatments at 118 hospitals. The provincial government’s resolution of financial matters and reopening of health card distribution counters within hospitals underscores its unwavering commitment to supporting those in need of healthcare services.