In Karnataka, the Yeshasvini Health Insurance Scheme has proved to be a lifeline for thousands of rural families, providing affordable healthcare in a state where the cost can otherwise seem overwhelming.
The scheme, initiated to provide assistance to farmers and members of rural cooperatives, has made a huge difference in the state. However, this benefit is not available to everyone. Are you wondering who is not eligible for a Yeshasvini card and why? Let's break it down to understand it better.
The Yeshaswini Health Insurance Scheme is meant for the support of certain groups of people, and some are disqualified on the basis of employment, income, and age, among others. Listed below are the types of people not covered:
Now that you know who is not entitled to getting a Yeshasvini card, let’s take a look at the list of people who fit under the Yeshasvini scheme and are availing of this card:
The Yeshasvini Health Card provides cashless and affordable healthcare to eligible Karnataka residents. Here's how you can obtain one:
Step 1: Be an active member of a registered cooperative society under the Karnataka Cooperative Societies Act, Souharda Sahakari Act, or Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, with a minimum three-month membership.
Step 2: Go to your cooperative society or SHG branch and obtain the UHID enrollment form. Provide information about yourself and your family members.
Step 3: Keep the documents handy: membership proof, aadhaar cards, ration cards, two passport photos for each member, and a caste certificate if needed.
Step 4: Pay the annual premium of ₹500 (rural) or ₹1,000 (urban) for up to four members and ₹100/₹200 for every extra member and submit the necessary documents along with the filled-out application form.
Step 5: After this, the cooperative society will be processing your enrollment
Step 6: Once verified, they will issue you a Yeshasvini Health Card with your Unique Health Identification (UHID) number and family information.
Step 7: Renew the card annually before it expires to continue receiving cashless treatment under the scheme.
The Yeshasvini Health Insurance Scheme is a specialized program of the government of Karnataka that helps people access quality healthcare services at reasonable prices. Following are the salient benefits of the scheme that eligible people can claim:
The Yashaswini Card is a crucial rural empowerment tool that ensures smooth access to healthcare, but its benefits are closely focused. Since not everyone is eligible for this card, people need to check its eligibility parameters first before applying for it. With this card, you can receive healthcare services without breaking the bank.
Also Read:
→ How to Apply for a Yeshasvini Card
→ How to Claim a Yeshasvini Card
→ What is the Yeshasvini Scheme