Cancer Treatment Packages Covered by CM Punjab Sehat Card

The Sehat Card is one of the biggest health programs in Pakistan, started to help people who can’t afford expensive hospital treatments. It allows families to get free medical care in both public and private hospitals approved by the government. Cancer treatment is one of the most costly types of healthcare, and many families wonder if the Sehat Card really covers it. In this article, we’ll talk about what types of cancer treatments are covered under the Sehat Card, how the treatment process works, which hospitals provide it, and to what extent it’s really free.

صحت کارڈ پاکستان میں صحت کے سب سے بڑے پروگراموں میں سے ایک ہے، جو ان لوگوں کی مدد کے لیے شروع کیا گیا ہے جو ہسپتال کے مہنگے علاج کے متحمل نہیں ہیں۔ یہ خاندانوں کو حکومت کی طرف سے منظور شدہ سرکاری اور نجی ہسپتالوں میں مفت طبی دیکھ بھال حاصل کرنے کی اجازت دیتا ہے۔ کینسر کا علاج صحت کی دیکھ بھال کی سب سے مہنگی اقسام میں سے ایک ہے، اور بہت سے خاندان حیران ہیں کہ کیا صحت کارڈ واقعی اس کا احاطہ کرتا ہے۔ اس آرٹیکل میں، ہم اس بارے میں بات کریں گے کہ صحت کارڈ کے تحت کینسر کے کس قسم کے علاج کا احاطہ کیا جاتا ہے، علاج کا عمل کیسے کام کرتا ہے، کون سے ہسپتال اسے فراہم کرتے ہیں، اور یہ کس حد تک واقعی مفت ہے۔

Is Cancer Treatment Really Free?

Yes, cancer treatment is included in the Sehat Card, but not everything is fully free. Here’s how it works in reality:

Free in many hospitals:

Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and even cancer surgeries are included in the Sehat Card program.
In many government hospitals, such as Mayo Hospital, Jinnah Hospital, Nishtar Hospital, and INMOL Lahore, patients can get full treatment without paying anything.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Sehat Card Plus program goes a step further; it covers almost all cancer treatments completely free for most patients.
However, there are still some limits. Not every hospital in Punjab provides full coverage.
Some costly injections or imported medicines might not be included, and follow-up checkups or OPD medicines usually have to be paid for separately.
So overall, cancer treatment through the Sehat Card is mostly free, but the exact coverage depends on which hospital you visit and what package they offer.

What’s Included Under Cancer Treatment Packages

Here’s what patients usually get through the Sehat Card:

Chemotherapy sessions (within the package limit)
Radiotherapy in approved cancer centers
Tumor removal and other surgeries
Room and stay expenses during admission
Diagnostic tests, lab work, and imaging
Blood transfusions and supportive treatment

Common types of cancers covered include:

Here’s a present of what type of caners are included ;

Breast cancer
Blood cancer (Leukaemia)
Lung, liver, and stomach cancer
Prostate and cervical cancer
Every family has a fixed financial limit per year, usually around Rs. 1 million, which covers most major treatments.

Hospitals Providing Cancer Treatment Under Sehat Card

Below are some major hospitals where cancer treatment is offered through the Sehat Card:

Must Read: List of Hospital Covered by CM Punjab Sehat Card in Punjab

Mayo Hospital, Lahore
Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
Nishtar Hospital, Multan
Allied Hospital, Faisalabad
Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur
INMOL Cancer Hospital, Lahore
Shaukat Khanum Hospital (limited cases)

Before visiting, it’s better to confirm at the hospital’s Sehat Sahulat counter to know which services are available under the card.

Limitations and Real Challenges

Although the Sehat Card is a great step forward, it still has a few gaps:

Not all hospitals have full cancer units or advanced machines.
Some medicines and follow-up sessions are not covered.
OPD checkups and long-term medicine use are excluded.
In some cases, new patients are paused when budget funds are delayed.
Foreign or costly drugs are often not part of the package.
Even with these issues, the Sehat Card still makes a huge difference for patients who otherwise couldn’t even start their treatment.

Future Plans by the Government

The Punjab Government has already announced plans to expand the Sehat Card’s coverage in the coming years.
They’re working to include OPD and long-term medicines in the package, especially for chronic illnesses like cancer.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Sehat Card Plus program already offers this wider coverage, and Punjab is expected to follow soon. If these plans go forward, cancer treatment could become fully free for everyone in the near future.

How to Check Eligibility and Find Hospitals

It’s actually very easy to check if you’re eligible for the Sehat Card program.

Just send your CNIC number to 8500 through SMS.
Within a few seconds, you’ll receive a reply telling you whether you’re registered or not.
You can also visit the official Sehat Sahulat Program website to see the list of hospitals that provide cancer treatment under the card.
Always carry your CNIC or Sehat Card when going for admission.
This quick check can save you from huge expenses and confusion later.

Conclusion

The Sehat Card has given thousands of families new hope. Cancer treatment under this program is mostly free for admitted patients and includes major parts like chemotherapy, surgeries, and hospital stays. While it’s not yet perfect because medicines and OPD follow-ups aren’t always covered, it’s still a life-saving initiative for people who can’t afford costly private care.

FAQs

Is cancer treatment free under the Sehat Card?

Yes, major parts like surgery and chemotherapy are free in approved hospitals.

Are medicines and follow-ups included?

Not fully. OPD and regular medicines are usually excluded.

Which hospitals provide free cancer care?

Mayo, Jinnah, INMOL, Nishtar, and other government hospitals.

How do I check if I’m eligible?

Send your CNIC to 8500 to confirm instantly.

Will cancer treatment become fully free in the future?

Yes, the government is working on expanding Sehat Card benefits soon.li