Punjab Newsline. Chandigarh, September 18-
In a significant move to ensure timely payments to empaneled hospitals under the Ayushman Bharat Mukh Mantri Sehat Bima Yojana scheme as per the commitment of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, the SHA is all set to hire medical professionals to expedite claims processing, said Punjab cabinet Minister Dr Balbir Singh here on Wednesday.
The Health Minister was charing a review meeting of sub-committee of State Health Agency here to discuss policy related matters, shortage of manpower and various other ongoing issues of State Health Agency. Administrative Secretary Health Kumar Rahul, Member Punjab Development Commission Anurag Kundu and CEO State Health Agency (SHA) Punjab Ms Babita also attended the meeting.
He said that the recruitment of medical professionals is aimed at streamlining the claim process, reducing delays and improving overall efficiency, besides, alleviating the current workload and reduce delays in claims assessment.
“The recruitment drive will focus on qualified medical professionals who can effectively assess and process claims, thereby facilitating prompt reimbursements to healthcare providers,” he said, while adding that the newly appointed staff will undergo comprehensive training focused on the protocols and requirements specific to the claim processing system.