FMCMP

Free Medical Card for Media Persons

Press correspondents and their families in Puducherry can receive free medical facilities in government hospitals, including access to A-Class Special Wards and coverage for hospital stoppages and investigation charges. Eligible individuals will be issued identification cards within a working day of application, ensuring prompt access to necessary healthcare services.

State In Kind

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Information and Publicity Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Health & Wellness

Sub-categories: Health care providers and access, Disease and conditions, Health promotion

Target beneficiaries: Individual, Family

Tags: Medical, Hospital, Press, Media

Details

The scheme "Free Medical Card for Media Persons" by the Department of Information & Publicity, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to provide free medical facilities to press correspondents and members of their families in Government hospitals /institutions under the control of the Administration. This will include free treatment in the Government hospitals /institutions of Puducherry with entitlement to A-Class Special Wards.

Benefits

  • Identification Cards/Certificates will be issued to the eligible media persons for availing the following facilities -
  • Free medical facilities to the press correspondents and members of their families in Government hospitals /institutions under the control of the Administration
  • Free treatment in the Government hospitals /institutions of Puducherry with entitlement of & 39;A-Class& 39; Special Wards. In the absence of such wards, wards of the next lower category shall be provided
  • The free medical facility will also include hospital stoppages, investigation charges, etc. Time of Disbursal: The Medical Card will be issued within a working day from the date of application

Identification Cards/Certificates will be issued to the eligible media persons for availing the following facilities -

  • Free medical facilities to the press correspondents and members of their families in Government hospitals /institutions under the control of the Administration.
  • Free treatment in the Government hospitals /institutions of Puducherry with entitlement of 'A-Class' Special Wards. In the absence of such wards, wards of the next lower category shall be provided.
  • The free medical facility will also include hospital stoppages, investigation charges, etc.

Time of Disbursal: The Medical Card will be issued within a working day from the date of application.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a citizen of India.
  • The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for not less than five years.
  • The applicant should be a Press Correspondent.

Application Process

Offline

The applicant should write a formal letter, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required), and submit the same to -
The Director
Department of Information & Publicity
18, Belcombe Street, Puducherry - 605 001
+91-413-2334398, 2336415, 2337078
info.pon@nic.in
*The Office Timings are Monday to Friday, 08:45 am to 01:00 pm & 02:00 pm to 05:45 pm.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What services are covered under the free medical facility?
The free medical facility includes not only treatment but also hospital stoppages, investigation charges, and other related services in government hospitals/institutions in Puducherry.
How can eligible media persons apply for the Medical Identity Card?
Eligible media persons need to send a formal letter to the Director of the Directorate of Information & Publicity. The letter should include a copy of the valid media persons' identity card issued by the Directorate and two passport-sized photographs.
What is the timeline for issuing the Free Medical Card?
Upon submission of the required documents, the Free Medical Card will be issued within one working day.
Can members of the media person's family also avail of the Free Medical Card benefits?
Yes, the scheme extends its benefits to the family members of press correspondents, allowing them to access free medical facilities in government hospitals/institutions.
Are there specific government hospitals/institutions designated for this scheme?
The scheme covers government hospitals/institutions under the control of the Administration in Puducherry.
How does the scheme handle the unavailability of A class Special Wards?
If A class Special Wards are unavailable, the scheme ensures that the eligible media persons receive the next lower category of wards.
Is the Free Medical Card valid for all types of medical treatments?
Yes, the Free Medical Card covers various medical treatments, ensuring comprehensive healthcare coverage for the media persons and their families.
Can media persons from other regions outside Puducherry apply for this scheme?
The scheme is specifically designed for press correspondents operating within Puducherry.
Are there any limitations on the number of hospital stoppages covered under the scheme?
The scheme encompasses hospital stoppages, and there are no specified limitations on the number of stoppages, ensuring flexibility for medical needs.
What documents are required to accompany the formal letter for the Medical Identity Card application?
The formal letter should be accompanied by a copy of the valid media persons' identity card issued by the Directorate and two passport-sized photographs.
Are investigative charges covered under the free medical facility?
Yes, investigative charges are covered under the free medical facility, ensuring that media persons receive comprehensive healthcare without additional financial burdens.
Can media persons choose any government hospital for treatment under this scheme?
Yes, media persons can choose any government hospital/institution under the control of the Administration in Puducherry for availing free medical facilities.

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