West Bengal Swasthya Sathi Scheme

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Overview & About

Universal health coverage scheme for all families in West Bengal providing cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh.

Swasthya Sathi is West Bengal's flagship health scheme providing cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh per family per year at empanelled hospitals. Unlike Ayushman Bharat which is restricted to BPL families, Swasthya Sathi covers ALL families in West Bengal regardless of income. The smart card is in the woman's name.

⚡ Key Facts

State West Bengal

Coverage ₹5,00,000/year

Card Holder Woman of the family

Eligibility All WB families (no income bar)

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Benefits

₹5,00,000 cashless treatment per family per year
Covers 1,600+ procedures
Smart health card issued in woman's name
Pre and post-hospitalization coverage
No income restriction — all WB families
Covers government + empanelled private hospitals

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Eligibility Criteria

Any family residing in West Bengal
No income restriction
Head of family or woman must have Voter ID or Aadhaar
Must apply for Swasthya Sathi card

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Required Documents

Voter ID or Aadhaar, Family photo, Residence proof, Mobile number

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How to Apply

1

Duare Sarkar camps or district health office

2

Submit documents and family details

3

Biometric data recorded

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Smart card issued within 2–3 weeks

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Use card at any empanelled hospital

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we use Swasthya Sathi outside West Bengal? ▾

The scheme primarily covers hospitals within West Bengal. Some empanelled hospitals in neighboring states are also covered for emergency treatment.

Why is the card in the woman's name? ▾

To empower women and ensure they control family health decisions. The woman is the 'Swasthya Sathi' (health companion) for her family.

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West Bengal Swasthya Sathi Scheme

Overview & About

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Required Documents

How to Apply

Frequently Asked Questions

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