The Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) has gradually transformed access to hospital care across India, and the change is visible even in smaller, interior districts like Krishnagiri. Once known mainly for its mango orchards and stone quarries, Krishnagiri is now gaining importance for its developing healthcare infrastructure — a quiet but steady shift supported by both state and central health schemes.
The PMJAY initiative ensures that people in Krishnagiri, whether they live near Hosur’s industrial belt or in the rural stretches of Denkanikottai or Uthangarai, can receive hospital care without worrying about medical bills. This article provides a detailed look at the PMJAY hospitals in Krishnagiri for 2025, along with insights on the scheme’s local impact, coverage, and how residents can access free treatment.
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What Is PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat)?
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), also known as the Ayushman Bharat Health Scheme, is India’s largest publicly funded health assurance program. It provides cashless treatment up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospital care. The scheme covers more than 1,500 medical and surgical packages, ranging from heart surgery and kidney dialysis to maternity care and cancer treatment.
Under PMJAY, eligible families can receive treatment in both government and private hospitals that have been empanelled under the scheme. The entire process is cashless, with hospital claims settled directly between the hospital and the National Health Authority.
PMJAY and CMCHIS: How Tamil Nadu Implements the Scheme
In Tamil Nadu, PMJAY is integrated with the state’s own Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS). This means that CMCHIS cardholders are automatically eligible for PMJAY benefits, ensuring that Tamil Nadu residents don’t have to register twice or manage two separate health cards.
This integration has allowed districts like Krishnagiri to benefit from both schemes seamlessly. When a person visits an empanelled hospital in Krishnagiri, the hospital checks eligibility through the CMCHIS database, and treatment is provided free of cost under either scheme, depending on which covers the specific medical procedure.
According to the Tamil Nadu Health Systems Project, over 12.5 lakh families in Tamil Nadu are currently eligible for PMJAY-CMCHIS combined benefits. In Krishnagiri district alone, nearly 1.8 lakh families are registered beneficiaries as of early 2025.
PMJAY-Approved Hospitals in Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri district now has a growing network of PMJAY-empanelled hospitals, including both private and government institutions. These hospitals provide cashless treatment for eligible families under the Ayushman Bharat and CMCHIS frameworks.
| Hospital Name | Type / Speciality | Address / Town | Contact | |
| Govt Hospital | General | Mathur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Hospital | General | Barugur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Hospital Pochampalli | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Bagalur UPHC | General | Hosur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Barur UPHC | General | Kaveripattinam, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Kelamangalam UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Shoolagiri UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Samalpatti UPHC | General | Mathur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Veppanapalli UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Kakadasam UPHC | General | Tally, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Singarapettai UPHC | General | Uthangarai, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Head Quarters Hospital | General | Krishnagiri | 9600849347 | jdhs.krishnagiri@rediffmail.com |
| Govt Hospital Hosur | General | Hosur, Krishnagiri | 1111111111 | dr.ponnuraj@gmail.com |
| Govt M.C.Palli UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Alapatti UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Hospital Denkani Kottai | General | Krishnagiri | 1111111111111 | empanellement@gmail.com |
| Govt Hospital Uthangarai | General | Krishnagiri | 258956333333333 | cmchs_pm@mdindia.com |
| Govt Hospital Bargur (Colpo) | Diagnostic Centre | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Hospital Pochampalli (Colpo) | Diagnostic Centre | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Head Quarters Hospital (DEIC) | Diagnostic Centre | Krishnagiri | 124589633333333 | cmchs_pm@mdindia.com |
| District Differently Abled Welfare Office | General | Krishnagiri | 125893333333333 | cmchs_pm@mdindia.com |
| Govt Bargur UPHC | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Govt Hospital | General | Mathur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Lakshmi Hospital | General Medicine, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Hosur, Krishnagiri | 9442305210 | lakshmihospitalhosur@gmail.com |
| Nathans Speciality Hospital | Orthopaedics | Krishnagiri | 9677460100 | nathanshospital@gmail.com |
| Sri Priya Nursing Home | General | Kuppam, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Shree Arunachala Hospital | General | Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Janaraksha Multispeciality Hospital | Multispeciality | Hosur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Jeevan Hospital | General | Denkanikottai, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Santhi Hospital | General | Hosur, Krishnagiri | NA | NA |
| Lakshmi Hospital | Hosur | General Medicine, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 9442305210 | lakshmihospitalhosur@gmail.com |
| Nathans Speciality Hospital | Krishnagiri | Orthopaedics | 9677460100 | nathanshospital@gmail.com |
| Sri Priya Nursing Home | Kuppam | General | NA | NA |
| Shree Arunachala Hospital | Krishnagiri | General | NA | NA |
| Janaraksha Multispeciality Hospital | Hosur | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| Jeevan Hospital | Denkanikottai | General | NA | NA |
| Santhi Hospital | Hosur | General | NA | NA |
| BMS Multispeciality Hospital | Krishnagiri | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| St. Peters Medical College & Research Institute | Krishnagiri | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| Sabhari Eye Care Hospital & Retina Centre | Krishnagiri | Ophthalmology | NA | NA |
| People Tree Hospitals | Krishnagiri | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| Varam Super Speciality & Fertility Centre | Krishnagiri | Fertility, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | NA | NA |
| Om Sakthi Hospital Pvt Ltd | Krishnagiri | General | NA | NA |
| Raja Rajeshwari Medical College | Bangalore (Near Krishnagiri) | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| PSV Hospital | Krishnagiri | General | NA | NA |
| Oxford Medical College & Research Centre | Bangalore (Near Krishnagiri) | Multispeciality | NA | NA |
| ARK Nursing Home | Krishnagiri | General Surgery, Medicine, ENT, Cardiology, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics | 9842733759 | ark_nursing@yahoo.co.in |
| Arogya Seva Hospital (Kauvery Group) | Hosur | Ophthalmology, Medicine, CT Surgery, Orthopaedics, Nephrology, Gynaecology | 7402733315 | claim.hosur@kauveryhospital.com |
| Chandrasekara Hospital | Hosur | Multispeciality (ENT, Paediatrics, Burns, Neuro, Oncology, Ortho, Gynaecology) | 9566600703 | scshospitals@gmail.com |
| SBS Hospital | Hosur | Orthopaedics | 9445401000 | drbhupeshkarthik@gmail.com |
| Umarani Hospital | Krishnagiri | Orthopaedics | 9884401666 | umaranihospital@gmail.com |
| TAK Hospital | Salem Main Road, Krishnagiri | Genitourinary & General Surgery | 9443698890 | takdak555@gmail.com |
| Srinivasa Specialty Hospital | Hosur | Orthopaedics | 9443341102 | gowdadrssh@gmail.com |
| Sri Saraswathi Hospital | Krishnagiri | General Surgery, Medicine, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics | 9444338553 | djaivanth@gmail.com |
The presence of hospitals in both Krishnagiri and Hosur ensures that healthcare is accessible for both rural and semi-urban residents. Hosur, with its proximity to Bengaluru, has also become a medical hub for advanced care, while Krishnagiri town continues to expand its government hospital infrastructure to support rural referrals.
Range of Treatments Available Under PMJAY
Under PMJAY and CMCHIS, beneficiaries in Krishnagiri can receive free treatment across more than a dozen medical specialties. These include:
- Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery – including angioplasty and bypass operations.
- Orthopaedics and Trauma Care – fracture fixation, spine surgery, and joint replacements.
- Nephrology and Urology – dialysis, kidney stone removal, and related treatments.
- Gynaecology and Maternity Care – pregnancy management, caesarean deliveries, and fertility-related procedures.
- Ophthalmology – cataract operations and retinal treatments at eye hospitals.
- Oncology – diagnosis and chemotherapy for cancer patients.
- ENT, Dental, and General Surgery – ear surgeries, oral procedures, and hernia operations.
All these treatments are fully cashless for PMJAY-eligible families. The cost is reimbursed directly to the hospital by the government, ensuring transparency and preventing out-of-pocket expenses.
Local Impact and Healthcare Trends in Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri’s healthcare landscape has seen considerable progress in the past five years. According to district health office reports, the number of inpatient admissions under government-funded insurance schemes has increased by over 40 percent since 2020.
Earlier, many residents used to travel to Bengaluru or Vellore for surgeries or complex medical needs. With PMJAY and CMCHIS empanelment, more patients are now being treated locally — especially in hospitals at Hosur and Krishnagiri town.
Hosur, being an industrial hub, has private multispeciality hospitals that attract both local and migrant workers. Meanwhile, in taluks such as Denkanikottai and Uthangarai, government hospitals and PHCs have been upgraded to handle basic surgeries and maternity care under the scheme.
According to data from the Tamil Nadu Health Insurance Department (2024-25), nearly 12,000 PMJAY claims were processed in Krishnagiri district alone last year, amounting to a total claim value exceeding ₹28 crore. The most common treatments were for trauma and orthopaedic injuries, followed by cardiac and maternity care.
This demonstrates that the scheme is not only being used but also reaching the target population effectively.
How to Check PMJAY Eligibility in Krishnagiri
Residents can easily verify if they are eligible for PMJAY benefits. The simplest method is through the official website:
- Visit https://pmjay.gov.in
- Click on “Am I Eligible?”
- Enter your mobile number and verify with OTP
- Select Tamil Nadu and Krishnagiri as your district
- Check if your family name appears in the list
If you are already a CMCHIS cardholder, you are automatically covered under PMJAY and do not need a separate enrolment.
How to Download the Ayushman Bharat Card
Beneficiaries can download or print their Ayushman Bharat e-card through the same website. The process involves logging in with your registered mobile number, selecting your state, and downloading the PDF version of the card.
For those without internet access, e-Sevai Maiyam centres and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across Krishnagiri district assist in generating or printing PMJAY-CMCHIS cards.
Helpline and Support for Krishnagiri Residents
Residents can contact the following offices for scheme-related queries:
- National PMJAY Helpline: 14555
- Tamil Nadu Helpline: 1800 425 3993
- District CMCHIS/PMJAY Office: Located inside the Krishnagiri Collectorate Complex
- Hospital Help Desks: Each government hospital and empanelled private hospital has a CMCHIS/PMJAY counter for beneficiary support
These centres can assist with card verification, hospital guidance, and admission-related queries.
Local Perspective: How PMJAY Changed Healthcare in Krishnagiri
The impact of PMJAY in Krishnagiri goes beyond numbers. Interviews conducted by the district health team indicate a noticeable improvement in public confidence towards local hospitals. Earlier, a large number of low-income families postponed surgeries due to financial fear. Today, with PMJAY coverage, even expensive cardiac and orthopaedic procedures are being performed locally.
For instance, St. Peters Medical College Hospital has reported a rise in CMCHIS/PMJAY admissions by nearly 35% between 2023 and 2024. Similarly, Hosur’s private multispeciality hospitals like People Tree and Arokya have become referral centres for nearby taluks, reducing travel time for emergency patients.
There’s also an increase in awareness drives conducted by health volunteers in rural areas, helping residents understand how to use their CMCHIS or PMJAY card effectively.
What’s Next for PMJAY in Krishnagiri
The Tamil Nadu Health Department has announced plans to expand the empanelment network further in 2025–26. The focus will be on adding more specialty hospitals in Hosur for oncology and cardiac care, and on upgrading taluk hospitals with better infrastructure.
District officials have also indicated that telemedicine and follow-up consultations may soon be integrated under the PMJAY framework, which would be a major benefit for patients from remote blocks like Bargur and Mathur.
Conclusion
The inclusion of Krishnagiri under the PMJAY scheme has quietly but significantly improved healthcare access in this part of Tamil Nadu. By combining central and state health programs, the district has built a bridge between government hospitals and private facilities, ensuring that quality medical care is no longer restricted to metropolitan areas.
For families who once feared hospital bills, the PMJAY-CMCHIS system now offers reassurance — that a serious illness or an emergency need not mean financial ruin. It is an important step toward equitable healthcare, and Krishnagiri’s growing network of empanelled hospitals reflects how effectively this model can work when local and state systems collaborate.
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