The Economic Times

CGHS medical reimbursement rules clarified: What employees, pensioners need to know about Rs 3,000 limit

The CGHS has updated its regulations regarding beneficiary consultations and medical investigations. All follow-up treatments and tests costing up to Rs 3,000 should be done at the same facility. For investigations over Rs 3,000, prior referral from CGHS is necessary. Consultations are valid for a seven-day period within the same specialty. Additionally, eye consultation fees now encompass three specific examination procedures.