Bhubaneswar, (Orissa Today), June 6: The Odisha government has issued a stern warning to empanelled private hospitals against refusing cashless treatment to poor patients under the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY).
In response to numerous allegations of private hospitals denying treatment to BSKY beneficiaries, Odisha Chief Secretary PK Jena reaffirmed that the health scheme is still in effect and that no hospital has the right to deny patients their entitled care.
“The BSKY scheme is operational, and cashless treatment at all private hospitals continues as usual. No BSKY-empanelled hospital can neglect the treatment of beneficiaries or prematurely discharge patients. The BSKY Yojana will remain in place until the new government makes any changes,” Jena stated in a video message.
He emphasized that if any hospitals fail to cooperate with BSKY beneficiaries, individuals can lodge their complaints by dialing the helpline ‘104.’ The Health and Family Welfare Department will then take appropriate action against the offending health centers, assured the chief secretary.
Jena urged the public not to be confused about the status of the BSKY, reiterating that the scheme remains in effect until a new policy is introduced by the incoming government.
This clarification comes in light of media reports indicating that some private hospitals have been refusing treatment to patients under the BSKY scheme, citing the upcoming change in government.
