Some foreign nationals, who are already in India on valid visas, were facing difficulties in taking medical treatment in the event of their falling sick during their stay in India.
They were being advised by some hospitals to get their visas converted into medical visas before admitting them in hospitals/medical centers.
The Government of India had already revised the procedure last year, which exempts foreigners from getting their primary visa converted into medical visa for obtaining indoor treatment up to 180 days for seeking admission in a hospital wing owing to illness.
The new visa policy :
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he Government of India has further liberalized the Medical Visa regime and permitted foreigners to get the indoor treatment on their primary (original) visa even for pre-existing diseases (except in cases of organ transplant) which the foreigner may have been suffering from even before his/her entry into India.
Following is the new policy now:
1. A foreigner suffering from a minor medical condition, which needs only OPD consultation/treatment, may take treatment at any hospital/treatment centre on his/her primary visa.
2. In case of indoor medical treatment of less than 180 days or up to the stay stipulation period, if any, stipulated on primary visa of a foreigner or the duration of his/her primary visa, whichever is earlier, a foreigner is permitted to take such indoor medical treatment subject to certain conditions.
3. The indoor treatment may now be taken on primary (original) visa irrespective of the fact that the diseases, which the foreigner may have been suffering from even before his/her entry into India and even for ailments which were in his/her knowledge.
4. Treatment of diseases, which require organ transplant shall, however, be permitted only on a Medical Visa
Emergency Manager magazine think that this is a very important step for promotion of medical care to all those people suffering from diseases.
Vasudhava kutumbkam, meaning world is a family, the ancient philosophy of India has been implemented by this step.
Medical tourism in India
India has become the most preferred destination for medical tourism. Its world class treatment, excellent nursing care, latest technologies, cheap medical treatment cost, English speaking population and options for choosing alternative medicines make it very competitive. Following are the most preferred treatments by foreign patients:-
- Plastic surgery
- Cancer treatments
- Cardiac surgery
- Bariatric surgery
- Ophthalmology
- Urology
- ENT surgery
- Reproductive treatment
- General surgery
- Dental treatment/surgery
- Gyaenocology
Low cost world class treatment
It is estimated that the cost
of living in India is 66.54% lower than in the US .In India,on an average the rent of accomodation is 85.47% lower than in US .
Foreign patients normally travel with their family members for treatment. Low cost accomodation is an important factor in determining the destination for medical treatment.
Libralised visa policy
Medical visa norms in India are the most user friendly and liberal in comparison to Europe, Australia,USA, China, Japan and South Korea.
It haas been simplified .It is hassle-free. It gives the patient peace of mind and enable them to ensure better treatment and pleasant stay for their attendants.
Latest medical technology
India has adopted the latest medical technology at par with Western world.
In fact, many new technologies are being launched in India before the Western world.
Frequent, training and interaction with doctors in USA,UK and other countries made Indian doctors at par with any doctor of Western world. says Dr Manish Gunjan,a leading cardiologist in Delhi.
Large number of Accredited Hospitals
Government recognised accreditation system in India has been implemented in whole country.
Over 500+ accredited healthcare providers ( accreditation by JCI and NABH) exist in India.
These hospitals are using world class technologies
and excellent quality of services. says Dr Anurag Sharma, famous cardiologist of
Ojas Hospital in Panchkula, Haryana.
World class Nursing
Indian nurses are among the best in the world. About 1000 recognized nurses-training centers exist in India.
Mostly of these are attached with teaching hospitals. About 10,000 nurses graduate annually in India.
English speaking population
India has one of the largest English speaking population and it gives the patient ease of communication.
Rich system of traditional medicine
Ayurveda is more than 6000 years old medical treatment system. Apart from it Sea Rigpa (Tibetan)
, Siddha, and Unani and many other. Medical systems are found in India.
A foreign patient can also try these alternative medical treatments, which have scientifically proven treatment regimen.There are many success stories of Europeans getting cure through Ayurveda treatment says Rakesh Lal, promoter of
Instabasket , an e commerce company doing business of Asian food and herbs in Belgium and other European countries.
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