How to Avail Sehat Card Treatment in Government Hospitals

In Pakistan, it’s still hard for poor and middle-class families to get good healthcare. Hospital bills and surgery costs are just too high for most people. To help them out, the government started the Sehat Sahulat Program, also called the Sehat Card. It lets people get treatment without paying anything, which has become a real help for those who couldn’t afford medicines and hospital fees before. In this article, we’ll explain how to use your Sehat Card in government hospitals, who is eligible, what treatments are covered, and the full process to get free treatment step by step.

پاکستان میں غریب اور متوسط طبقے کے خاندانوں کے لیے اچھی صحت کی دیکھ بھال حاصل کرنا اب بھی مشکل ہے۔ ہسپتال کے بل اور سرجری کے اخراجات زیادہ تر لوگوں کے لیے بہت زیادہ ہیں۔ ان کی مدد کے لیے حکومت نے صحت سہولت پروگرام شروع کیا، جسے صحت کارڈ بھی کہا جاتا ہے۔ یہ لوگوں کو بغیر کچھ ادا کیے علاج کروانے دیتا ہے، جو ان لوگوں کے لیے ایک حقیقی مدد بن گیا ہے جو پہلے ادویات اور ہسپتال کی فیس برداشت نہیں کر سکتے تھے۔ اس آرٹیکل میں، ہم آپ کے صحت کارڈ کو سرکاری ہسپتالوں میں استعمال کرنے کا طریقہ بتائیں گے، کون اہل ہے، کون سے علاج کا احاطہ کیا گیا ہے، اور مرحلہ وار مفت علاج حاصل کرنے کا مکمل عمل۔

Eligibility Criteria

Any Pakistani citizen with a valid CNIC can check eligibility.
Families must be registered in NADRA’s database.

It includes:

Head of family
Spouse (husband/wife)
Children
Parents (in some cases)
You don’t need a physical card; your CNIC itself works as a Sehat Card.

How to Check Sehat Card Status (Online or SMS)

Check by SMS:

Type your CNIC number (without spaces).
Send it to 8500.
You’ll receive a message showing if you’re eligible or not.

Check Online:

Visit the official website
Enter your CNIC in the given box.
You’ll see your eligibility and nearby hospitals.

List of Government Hospitals Accepting Sehat Card

Some popular hospitals where the Sehat Card is accepted include:

Mayo Hospital, Lahore
Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
Services Hospital, Lahore
Allied Hospital, Faisalabad
Nishtar Hospital, Multan
DHQ & THQ Hospitals across Punjab
Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar
Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar

Step-by-Step Process to Avail Treatment

Follow these simple steps when you visit a hospital:

Go to the Sehat Sahulat Help Desk in the hospital.
Show your CNIC, it’s enough to verify your record.
Staff will check your eligibility through NADRA.
The doctor will examine and admit you if needed.
The hospital starts free treatment under the program.
After discharge, bills are paid by the government, not you.

Treatments Covered Under Sehat Card

The card covers many major and long-term diseases, including:

Heart surgeries (angioplasty, bypass)
Cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiation)
Maternity and childbirth
Kidney dialysis and transplant
Liver diseases and surgeries
Diabetes and chronic illness care
Accidents and emergency cases

Documents Required for Treatment

You don’t need to carry a file of papers. Just a few simple things:

Original CNIC (your or family head’s)
B-form or CNIC for children or spouse
Hospital registration form (given at help desk)
The hospital team handles all verification; your job is just to show ID.

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Sometimes people face small issues; here’s how to fix them:

Card not showing in system: Visit NADRA and update your CNIC record.
Family members missing: Add them under your family in NADRA’s database.
Hospital refusing treatment: Go to Sehat Sahulat help desk or call Helpline 0800-09009.
Treatment limit used up: Wait for the next year’s renewal.

Benefits of Sehat Card for Families

Families get costly surgeries free of cost.
Removes financial stress from poor households.
Improves access to quality healthcare.
Gives dignity and security to every citizen.
Reduces pressure on public hospitals through better management

Conclusion

The Sehat Card is one of the most helpful programs ever started in Pakistan. It gives poor and middle-class families access to free and quality treatment in top hospitals. You no longer need to borrow money or delay your health care because of cost. With just your CNIC, you can save lives, protect your family, and get treatment without stress. So, if you haven’t used it yet, check your eligibility today and experience this great facility.

FAQs

Can I use CNIC instead of the Sehat Card?

Yes, CNIC works as your Sehat Card.

Are private hospitals included?

Yes, many like Ittefaq, Fatima Memorial, and Rehman Medical Institute.

What if I lose my card?

Just show your CNIC; verification happens online.

How much treatment is allowed per year?

Up to Rs. 1 million per family per year.

Can I get free medicines outside the hospital?

Only those used during a hospital stay are covered.

What if hospital staff refuse the Sehat Card?

Call helpline 0800-09009 for a complaint.