Family Planning Indemnity Scheme
The scheme provides compensation ranging from ₹60,000/- for sterilization failure to ₹4,00,000/- for death following sterilization, along with coverage for treatment costs up to ₹50,000/- for complications arising within 60 days post-operation.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹4.0 L
Section A: Death following sterilization (inclusive of death during sterilization operation) in hospital or within 7 days from discharge - ₹4,00,000/-.
Section B: Death following sterilization within 8-30 days from discharge - ₹1,00,000/-.
Section C: Failure of sterilization - ₹60,000/-.
Section D: Cost of treatment in hospital and up to 60 days arising out of complications following sterilization operation - Actual cost not exceeding ₹50,000/-.
Conditions*The claimant must accept the compensation amount as full settlement with no further claim rights.
*The claimant must warrant the truth of all particulars provided, with forfeiture of compensation for false statements.
*The claimant must agree that the compensation covers all aspects of the claim with no additional benefits.
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Required Documents
- ✦Failure of Sterilization Operation Documents with Original and One Set of Photocopy.
- ✦Claim Form (Claim Form cum Medical Certificate).
- ✦Consent Form cum Application Form for Sterilization Operation.
- ✦New Sterilization Certificate (in Original).
- ✦New Case Paper.
- ✦Admit Paper.
- ✦Discharge Card.
- ✦Old Case Paper.
- ✦Old Ligation Certificate (in Original).
- ✦Aadhaar Card and Election Card of Both Husband and Wife.
- ✦Birth Certificate of Both Children.
- ✦Bank Details with 2 Photocopies of Beneficiary.
- ✦Death Certificate (in Case of Death Claims).
- ✦Original Bills, Receipts, and Prescriptions (for Complication Treatment Costs).
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Step 1: Initial Reporting and Documentation
- Visit the health facility where sterilization was conducted and report the case of death, failure, or complication to the Medical Superintendent or Health Officer.
- Begin collecting all required documents including original sterilization certificates, case papers, identity documents, and bank details from relevant sources.
Step 2: Form Completion and Medical Certification
- Complete Part A of the Claim Form cum Medical Certificate with accurate personal details, sterilization operation information, and nature of claim.
- Submit all medical records and completed Part A to the Chief Medical Officer or equivalent designated officer at district level for medical certification.
Step 3: Application Submission
- Collect the medically certified claim form (Part A and Part B completed) from the certifying officer.
- Submit the complete application with all required original documents and photocopies to the respective health facility where sterilization was performed.
Step 4: Follow-up and Verification
- Maintain regular contact with the health facility to track progress as the case moves through District Indemnity Scheme Committee review.
- Provide any additional information or documentation if requested during the committee verification process.
Step 5: Payment Processing
- The District Committee forwards the verified case to the state office (State Health Society) for final approval and processing.
- Upon state approval, compensation amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary's bank account as specified in the claim form.
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹4.0 L