Are you an RGHS beneficiary wondering about OPD slip rules in Rajasthan Government Health Scheme (RGHS) empaneled hospitals? With new updates and confusion about slip timings and restrictions, here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the system smoothly.
What is RGHS?
Rajasthan Government Health Scheme (RGHS) is a welfare initiative for state government employees, pensioners, ministers, MLAs, ex-MLAs, and their dependents, offering cashless medical services across empaneled government and private hospitals.
Official Rules for OPD Slips in RGHS
According to official circulars and government notifications:
- All RGHS beneficiaries must show their valid RGHS card or government ID at the hospital for OPD slip issuance and consultation.
- OPD slips should be issued during regular OPD hours as prescribed by the hospital; no separate or arbitrary time window should restrict RGHS patients.
- Hospitals empaneled under RGHS must not fix quotas/limits or create exclusive early-morning windows for RGHS slips—such practices are not officially permitted and are against scheme norms.
- The hospital is required to see all eligible RGHS patients as per capacity, and delaying or denying slips outside limited hours is not allowed by the government contract1.
- Both general and RGHS OPD slips must be processed with equal priority during hospital hours.
- Beneficiaries should only be charged for services or copayments if specified by the RGHS scheme; no extra, unofficial charges are permitted.
- Any changes or special guidelines (timings, documentation) must be clearly displayed at the hospital’s OPD counter.
Issues Patients May Face
Despite clear rules, some private hospitals have begun imposing their own timing restrictions or daily patient limits for RGHS slips. For example:
- Some hospitals issue RGHS OPD slips only between 7:00–9:00 am, regardless of normal OPD hours, and refuse slips after this window.
- They may also cap the number of daily RGHS patients, making others return on later dates, even though government contracts require them to process all eligible patients during OPD hour.
- Elderly and pensioner RGHS beneficiaries face the most impact, including long waiting times and late arrival of doctors compared to the slip issue time.
What to Do If You Face Difficulties
- Insist on your right: Request the slip as per official OPD timings. Reference the official guidelines if staff refuse outside arbitrary windows.
- Report violations: Document incidents (time, date, hospital) and report to the RGHS grievance cell or health department.
- Keep your documents ready: Always carry your RGHS card and a government ID for slip issuance and consultations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a fixed time for RGHS slip issuance in private hospitals?
A: No, RGHS slips should be issued during regular OPD hours as per the hospital. No hospital should create their own exclusive timing or daily limits for RGHS patients1.
Q: What if a hospital refuses my slip after a set window?
A: This is a violation of RGHS guidelines. Report the hospital to the RGHS grievance portal or state health authorities.
Q: What documents are needed for an OPD slip?
A: Carry your valid RGHS card or designated government ID to the OPD counter for slip issuan.
Stay aware of your rights and always check the latest RGHS circulars and official website for updates before visiting an empaneled hospital.
