West Bengal Swasthya Sathi Hospital List 2026

District-Wise Hospital Directory (West Bengal)

Click on your specific district below to verify active empanelled hospitals, view their contact details, and check their Swasthya Sathi empanelment status for 2026.

Understanding the Swasthya Sathi Scheme

While many states rely on the central Ayushman Bharat scheme, West Bengal has chosen to implement its own highly inclusive model: Swasthya Sathi. Managed entirely by the State Government, this scheme eliminates the concept of BPL/APL divides for healthcare, ensuring that a medical emergency does not force any family into poverty.

Who is Eligible for Cashless Treatment?

Swasthya Sathi is a true Universal Health Coverage (UHC) scheme. Your family is eligible for 100% free medical treatment if you meet the following basic criteria:

Resident Status: You must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
Universal Inclusion: There is absolutely no income cap or demographic restriction to enroll in the scheme.
Exception: Families where members are already receiving a medical allowance as part of their salary from the government are not eligible.
Empowering Women: The Smart Card is mandatorily issued in the name of the eldest female member of the family as the Head of the Household (HoH).

Benefits & Features of Swasthya Sathi

The Swasthya Sathi Smart Card provides robust financial security during hospitalizations at a vast network of both state and out-of-state hospitals (like CMC Vellore and AIIMS Delhi).

Coverage Limit: Basic health cover of ₹5,00,000 per family per year on a floater basis.
Extensive Disease Coverage: Covers thousands of specialized therapies including oncology (cancer), dialysis, heart surgeries, and critical care.
Paperless & Cashless: The entire process from diagnostic tests, doctor consultations, bed charges, to post-discharge medicines is completely cashless.
No Family Limit: There is no cap on the family size, and parents of both spouses are included under the same card.

How to Apply for a Swasthya Sathi Card?

Enrollment is facilitated through the widely popular 'Duare Sarkar' (Government at your Doorstep) camps:

Visit a Camp or Kiosk: Go to the nearest 'Duare Sarkar' camp or a permanent Swasthya Sathi enrollment center at your Block/Municipality office.
Submit Form B: Fill out 'Form B' and submit it along with the Aadhaar cards and Khadya Sathi (Ration Card) of all family members.
Biometric Data Capture: The designated operator will capture the fingerprints and photograph of the eldest female member.
Instant Smart Card: The physical biometric Smart Card is handed over immediately upon successful data capture.

State Grievance Helpline: The scheme strictly mandates a cashless experience. If any empanelled hospital in Kolkata, Howrah, Siliguri, or anywhere in WB demands cash or denies admission, instantly register a complaint by dialing the toll-free Swasthya Sathi helpline 1800 345 5384.

Frequently Asked Questions (Swasthya Sathi)

1. Does Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY) work in West Bengal?

No. The Government of West Bengal does not implement Ayushman Bharat. Instead, the state runs its own flagship program called the Swasthya Sathi scheme, which offers the same ₹5 Lakh cover but to a much larger population without income restrictions.

2. Who is eligible for the Swasthya Sathi card?

Every resident family of West Bengal is eligible for the Swasthya Sathi card, provided they are not drawing any medical allowance/insurance from the government as part of their salary. There is no BPL or APL distinction.

3. Why is the card issued in the name of a female member?

To promote women's empowerment, the Swasthya Sathi Smart Card is mandatorily issued in the name of the eldest female member of the family. She is considered the Head of the Household (HoH) for this scheme.

4. Can I use the Swasthya Sathi card outside West Bengal?

Yes. The state government has empanelled several top-tier hospitals outside West Bengal (such as CMC Vellore and AIIMS New Delhi) where residents can avail cashless treatment under the Swasthya Sathi scheme.

5. Are parents of both husband and wife covered?

Yes, Swasthya Sathi is highly inclusive. Both the parents of the husband and the parents of the wife can be added to the same family Smart Card, provided they are dependent and reside together.