Chhattisgarh's 2026 Healthcare Reform: Key Details for State Employees

The 2026 healthcare reform in Chhattisgarh introduces strict financial caps on cashless medical treatments. Reimbursements and cashless payments will be based on CGHS Category B-1 package rates or the actual cost, whichever is lower. If an employee chooses a treatment that exceeds these rates at a private hospital, the difference must be settled by the employee. The government is currently finalizing the list of empaneled private hospitals and the specific schedule of rates for various medical procedures. The operational date for the full rollout of these cashless admissions is expected to be announced following the completion of the digital card distribution process.