LUCKNOW, July 16 -- State Agency for Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (SACHIS) has initiated action against 16 hospitals after instances of negligence were found.

SACHIS, which monitors implementation of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, conducted surprise inspections at 20 hospitals in Bijnor.

SACHIS CEO Archana Verma stated, "The objective of the inspection was to ensure that all hospitals empanelled under the scheme were fully complying with the guidelines prescribed. A three-member special team conducted surprise inspections at 20 different empanelled hospitals in Bijnor without prior notice. During the inspection, the team thoroughly examined the healthcare services being provided to patients, treatment procedu...