Medical Health

Composite Medical Health for Transgender Persons

The Composite Medical Health for Transgender Persons scheme provides health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh per year for transgender individuals, including expenses for hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgeries. Eligibility requires holding a Transgender Certificate and Identity Card from the National Portal, ensuring comprehensive health support for this community.

Central Health insurance

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Transgender persons

Tags: Composite, Medical, Health, Transgender, Persons

Details

Why this scheme

To provide health insurance coverage for transgender persons, including sex reassignment surgeries.

Overview

This scheme aims to ensure comprehensive health coverage for transgender individuals.

Additional details

Coverage includes hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgery.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage of ₹5lakh per year

Health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh per year.

Eligibility

Must hold a Transgender Certificate & Identity Card from the National Portal.

Exclusions

Individuals availing similar benefits from other schemes.

Application Process

Online

Where to apply

Access through empanelled hospitals under Ayushman Bharat Scheme.

How to apply

Contact empanelled hospitals for enrollment.

Contact & grievance redressal

Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (specific contact details not provided).

Documents Required

  • Transgender Certificate from the National Portal

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status