10 Most Common Surgeries Under PM-JAY
Since its launch in 2018, the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme has facilitated crores of hospital treatments across India. Here are the 10 most commonly performed surgeries and treatments under the scheme, ranked by volume.
1. Cataract Surgery
The single most utilised PM-JAY package. Millions of elderly patients have regained their vision through free cataract surgery at PMJAY empanelled eye hospitals. The procedure takes 30 minutes, is typically day-care (go home same day), and includes the artificial lens implant.
2. Normal Delivery and Caesarean Section
Free delivery under Ayushman Bharat — both normal vaginal delivery and C-section are among the top procedures. Lakhs of women from eligible families deliver at empanelled hospitals each year with complete cashless care for mother and newborn.
3. Hernia Repair
Inguinal and umbilical hernia repair is one of the most common general surgery procedures under PMJAY. Both open and laparoscopic techniques are covered. Hospitalisation is typically 2-3 days.
4. Dialysis
Haemodialysis for kidney failure patients is a high-volume PM-JAY service. Each session is covered individually. Thousands of patients across India receive free regular dialysis at PMJAY empanelled urology and nephrology centres.
5. Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement under PM-JAY has transformed lives of elderly patients crippled by osteoarthritis. The implant cost is included in the package. Recovery with physiotherapy takes 3-6 months, but most patients walk within a week.
6. Angioplasty
Coronary angioplasty with stenting for heart blockages is a life-saving procedure covered at PMJAY cardiology hospitals. Includes drug-eluting stent cost. The procedure is minimally invasive with 2-3 days hospitalisation.
7. Appendectomy
Emergency removal of the appendix for appendicitis. One of the most common emergency surgeries performed under PM-JAY at general surgery hospitals across all districts.
8. Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones is a high-volume procedure. Minimally invasive with 1-2 days hospitalisation. Available at most PMJAY empanelled hospitals with general surgery.
9. Fracture Fixation
Surgical treatment of bone fractures with plates, screws, and nails. Covers all bones — femur, tibia, wrist, hip, spine. The implant cost is included. Available at orthopaedic hospitals under PMJAY across India.
10. Cancer Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy cycles for various cancers are among the highest-value PM-JAY claims. Each cycle is a separate claim. Available at PMJAY empanelled oncology hospitals in major cities.
Find Hospitals for These Surgeries
Search by specialty on PMJAYHospitals.com to find empanelled hospitals near you for any of these procedures. Select your state, district, and the specialty you need.
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