Jharkhand will soon provide comprehensive treatment for 21 critical diseases at selected government and private hospitals across the state, a senior official announced on Wednesday.
Key Government Hospitals Identified for Services
The state will initially offer these services at four major government hospitals: Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) and Sadar Hospital in Ranchi, Shahid Nirmal Mahto Medical College and Hospital in Dhanbad, and MGM Medical College in Jamshedpur. In addition, the government will extend facilities for treating serious illnesses to four private hospitals in the state.
Decision Taken After High-Level Review
The decision emerged from a high-level meeting chaired by Additional Chief Secretary of the Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare Department, Ajoy Kumar Singh, on Tuesday evening. According to an official release, the state aims to strengthen in-state access to advanced healthcare and reduce dependence on out-of-state treatment.
Fixed Treatment Packages to Ensure Hassle-Free Care
Singh stated that the government will provide all necessary facilities to hospitals willing to treat critical illnesses. Moreover, the authorities have already finalised treatment packages for various diseases. As a result, patients will no longer need to travel outside Jharkhand for specialised medical care.
Wide Range of Critical Diseases Covered
Under the scheme, hospitals will treat all types of cancer, kidney transplants, liver-related diseases, acid attack injuries, thalassaemia, blood dyscrasia, bone marrow transplants, plastic surgery cases, retinal detachment, brain haemorrhage, and several other serious conditions.
Coverage Under State Health Assurance Scheme
As reported by The Week, the government will deliver treatment for these diseases under the Mukhya Mantri Abua Swasthya Suraksha Yojana. To ensure smooth and transparent care, the department is determining fixed treatment packages for each covered condition.
Focus on Sickle Cell Anaemia and Bone Marrow Transplants
Additionally, Singh directed officials to ensure comprehensive facilities for the treatment of sickle cell anaemia at Sadar Hospital, Ranchi. Furthermore, the state will soon sign a memorandum of understanding with CMC Vellore to facilitate bone marrow transplant services in Ranchi, strengthening advanced care within the state.