Ayushman Bharat & CMHT Scheme in Imphal West District
Welcome to the official 2025 hospital list for Imphal West district, the administrative heart of Manipur's capital. The government's dual health schemes, Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY) and the Chief Minister-gi Hakshelgi Tengbang (CMHT), provide a powerful safety net for all eligible residents. With a cashless health cover of up to ₹5 lakh (PMJAY) or ₹2 lakh (CMHT) per family, these schemes ensure access to Manipur's most advanced medical facilities, including the renowned Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), located in this district.
Major Empanelled Hospitals in Imphal West
Imphal West is home to some of the most advanced government and private hospitals in the entire Northeast region.
Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Imphal
RIMS is a nationally acclaimed medical college and super-speciality hospital. It is the premier and largest healthcare institution in the state, serving as the ultimate referral center for all complex cases. RIMS is fully empanelled under both PMJAY & CMHT schemes, providing a complete range of treatments for free to beneficiaries.
[View on Google Maps]Babina Diagnostics, Imphal
A leading private diagnostic center and hospital, Babina is a key partner in the health schemes. It is renowned for its advanced diagnostic services (MRI, CT scans) and also provides various medical and surgical treatments under the cashless schemes.
[View on Google Maps]City Hospital & Research Centre, Imphal
Another top-tier private multi-speciality hospital in Imphal, City Hospital is fully empanelled to provide cashless treatment across numerous departments, including cardiology, gynaecology, and general surgery, to PMJAY and CMHT card holders.
[View on Google Maps]Key Health Information for Imphal West District
The main government healthcare institution for advanced care in the district is the **Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)**. For any administrative queries related to the schemes, you can contact the office of the **Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Imphal West**. PMJAY and CMHT cards are generated at dedicated Ayushman Mitra desks in government hospitals and at registered Common Service Centres (CSCs) across the district.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Imphal West
Q. Is treatment at RIMS completely free with a PMJAY or CMHT card?
Yes, for all eligible beneficiaries, treatment for any of the covered procedures at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) is completely cashless and free, up to the respective scheme's annual limit.
Q. What is the difference between RIMS (Imphal West) and JNIMS (Imphal East)?
Both are premier government medical colleges in Imphal. The main difference is their location and administrative body: RIMS is a centrally-funded institution located in Imphal West, while JNIMS is a state-run institution in Imphal East. Both are fully empanelled under the health schemes.
Q. I am from another district like Churachandpur. Can I get treatment at a hospital in Imphal West?
Yes. The hospitals in Imphal West, especially RIMS and the top private hospitals, serve as the primary referral centers for the entire state. If a super-speciality treatment is not available in your home district, you will be referred to a hospital in Imphal for cashless treatment.
FAQs about Ayushman Card Hospitals
1. What is Ayushman Bharat Hospital List?
It is a list of empanelled hospitals under the PMJAY scheme where eligible patients can get free treatment using Ayushman Card.
2. Who can use these hospitals?
Only beneficiaries under the Ayushman Bharat scheme can use these hospitals for cashless treatment.