The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a state government scheme that provides medical insurance coverage to the people of the state.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana was launched in 2012. It’s an initiative by the Government of Goa to provide medical insurance coverage to all Goans, as well as those who have migrated to Goa for employment. The scheme is implemented through a public-private partnership with United India Insurance Company Limited.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana offers coverage for hospitalization expenses, surgery expenses, and treatment expenses for up to Rs. 4 lakhs per annum for life-saving treatments and procedures such as heart surgery or cancer treatment.
Depending on the number of people in the family a nominal premium of Rs 200 to Rs 300 is charged on a annual basis for DDSSY members. 50% concession is given in premium for OBC, SC/ST category or for disabled individuals.
All the cards for financial 2022-23 will be auto-renewed as per the recent press release by the Government of Goa
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What is Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana?
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY) is a government initiative that aims to reduce the death rate in the State of Goa. This program will provide cash-less health insurance to all residents regardless of their financial status. The goal of the scheme is to improve medical services in the state, which will in turn improve the quality of hospitals. The program will also help the government decrease the cost of surgery and hospitalization.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a Government of Goa program that has been designed to help those in need afford quality healthcare. To apply for this program, you must be a Goan and have a valid DDSSY Smart Card. The card will enable you to receive cashless health care at participating hospitals. All you need to do is scan your card at the hospital, and your insurance provider will deduct the money from your card. You will then have the convenience of cashless treatment.
To apply for Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana, you need to be a permanent resident of Goa. If you are a government employee, you can get 50% off of the fee. If you’re head of the family, you can also get a 50% concession. For additional details, visit the official website of the DDSSY Goa portal.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana, also known as the DDSSY, is a government scheme that provides health insurance for eligible residents of Goa. Its cashless medical insurance will cover the costs of a wide range of medical procedures and preventative measures, including vaccinations. In addition to offering medical coverage, the DDSSY also helps in extending the benefits to government employees.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a state-run health insurance scheme in Goa. It is a cashless medical insurance scheme that allows people to receive free health care at private hospitals. The program also offers a range of benefits for the participants. The state has announced that a total of 70-80 percent of all covid-related treatments will be covered by the DDSSY.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a health insurance program for the residents of Goa. This program covers hospitalization and surgery costs for any Goa resident. The cost of the DDSSY is only applicable to people who live in the state. Applicants must have resided in the state for at least five years.
Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a health insurance plan in Goa that covers the entire population of the state. Those who live in Goa for five years or more can apply for the scheme. The government’s website lists all eligible hospitals. Those who live in Goa are eligible to join the scheme. They must be in good health and must have a low income.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a comprehensive health insurance program for Goa residents. It covers hospital and medical services in all government and private hospitals in Goa. There are no pre-requisites and the program is cashless. To apply, a DDSSY card must be presented at a DDSSY counter.
The Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana is a government health insurance program for residents of Goa. This program provides medical insurance for Goa residents, and it covers nearly four hundred different ailments. With a low-cost of around Rs 100-140 crore, the program is already being implemented in more than 30 countries and has been successfully implemented in Goa for four years.
Eligibility Criteria for Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana
To apply for the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana, you must be a resident of Goa for at least 5 years. You must not be a government employee, but a non-government employee. You must have a driving license, or a disability certificate if you’re a disabled person.
How to apply for Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana?
To register, visit the Official Website of Goa (https://goaonline.gov.in/). Provide your email address, mobile no, name, address, and dob along with OTP. Once you have registered you can follow the below process
On the Home page, select the Service Menu, Click on All Services. On the next page, click on the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana(DDSSY) – Renewal option. Fill in your DDSSY card details if you are already a member and click on search details.
Then generate OTP. OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number for validation. Fill in the mandatory information and upload the required documents if you looking for renewal and update of certain details.
Pay the required fees and click on proceed to pay, after payment acknowledgment number will be generated for tracking.
All the required details for communication will be sent to your registered mobile number
If you have any queries related to DDSSY renewal you can contact the help line at + 91 9370918481 / 0832-2438844 [9:45AM-5:30PM]
What Documents are required for applying to Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana?
- Aadhaar card
- Enrolment slip acknowledgement
- Residence proof for 5 years such as passport, driving license, voter ID etc.
- Ration Card
- Income certificate for OBC for proof of income below 6Lakh
- Certificate of disability for disabled people
Benefits of Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana
- Cash medical facilities is offered under the annual health cover upto Rs 2.5 Lakhs for a family of three and upto Rs 4 Lakhs for a family of 4 or above. Health cover can be further enhanced if they pay additional premium
- Free OPD care is available to DDSSY members
- The scheme covers 447 procedures that may require hospitalisation
- For Diabetics and Hypertension an annual cap of Rs 15,000 is applicable
- Medication for Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy is covered for members
- Those hospitalized for mental conditions will be only be referred to Government medical centers
- High-end diagnostic treatment requires the reference of a government hospital or doctor
- Non beneficiaries are charged 30% of the packages rates of the procedure mentioned in scheme for the first year and it increases to 60% and 100% in the second and third year
List of hosiptals in Goa under Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana
Campal Clinic, Bandodkar Marg, Near Bal Bhavan, Campal, Panjim, Goa- 403001 Contact No. 0832-6521767 |
Gauns Child Care Hospital, NICU and Premature Care Unit, Balkrishna Bhosale Marg, Dangui Colony, Mapusa, Near Xavier Dangui College, Goa- 403507 Contact No. 0832-2250948 |
Goa Medical College and Hospital, N17, Bambolim, Goa- 403202 Contact No. 0832-2458727 |
Apollo Victor Hospital, Malbhat, Margao, Goa- 403 601 Contact No. 0832-6728888 |
Grace Intensive Cardiac Care Centre and General Hospital, Opp. B.P.S. Club, Pajifond, Margao, Goa- 403601 Contact No. 0832-2725391 |
Pai Hospital, Vadem, South Goa, Goa – 403803 Contact No. 0832-2513641 |
Usgaonkar’s Children Hospital, Clinic and NICU, Margaon Rd, opposite Axis Bank, Sadar, Ambegal, Ponda, Goa- 403401 Contact No. 0832-2312921 |
Hospicio Hospital, Fr Agnel Institute Of Commerce, Road, Monte Hill, Margao, Goa- 403601 Contact No. 0832-2705167 |
Mother Care Multi Speciality Hospital, Near St. Joaquim Chappel, Borda, Monte Hill, Margao, Goa- 403601 Contact No. 0832 2700103 |
Conclusion of Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana
DDSSY provides annual health insurance coverage to families and individuals between Rs. 2.5 Lakhs to 4 Lakhs depending on the size of the family.
This scheme is provided by the Government of Goa and is focused on the health and wellbeing of the people of Goa. It covers a wide range of diseases and pre-existing health conditions.
FAQs Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana
How to check DDSSY card status?
visit the Official Website of Goa (https://goaonline.gov.in/) ,Login to the portal if you have already registered, select the Service Menu, Click on All Services. On the next page, click on the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana(DDSSY) – Renewal option. Fill in your DDSSY card details, click on search details.
How premium to pay for a family of 3 in DDSSY?
Under DDSSY you have to pay a premium of Rs 200 for a family of three.
What is the list of treatments covered under DDSSY?
List of treatments covered under Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana are
- Medication for chronic diseases like Diabetes, Hypertension.
- Medication for Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy.
- Mental health/Ayurvedic treatments.
- High-end diagnostic treatment that is referred by a government hospital or doctor and is available at fixed rates
How to claim under DDSSY?
You can claim under DDSSY after applying under the official website
Should I renew my DDSSY for 2022?
The government of Goa has decided to auto-renew all the DDSSY cards for 2022-2023 so you don’t have to manually renew the cards.
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Want to know if AYUSH treatment is covered under ddssy in goa and outside goa.
Hi Suvarna,
Thanks for reaching out. From my research what I could find is that only Mental health related issues(hospitalization) referred by a Government Hospitals/ AYUSH is covered subject to a max amount of 15000. I have the attached the Govt of Goa document on the same article under FAQ – Citizen Charter, you can download if you need it, it is bit old 2021 but I haven’t found anything apart of this. It will also be good to check with the local government hospital.
Thanks.