Odisha State Treatment Fund: Medical Financial Assistance

Overview

The Odisha State Treatment Fund (OSTF) is a health welfare scheme by the Government of Odisha. It provides financial assistance to residents who need costly medical treatment for serious illnesses that cannot be adequately covered by regular health insurance or government schemes.

The fund is managed by the state health department and is meant to fill the gap for treatments not covered under other public health programs.

Objective

The scheme aims to ensure that no Odisha resident is denied life-saving medical treatment due to lack of funds. It acts as a safety net for people facing catastrophic health expenditures.

Benefits

• Financial assistance for high-cost medical treatments
• Covers expenses for surgeries, cancer treatment, organ transplants, and other critical conditions
• Assistance amount based on the estimated treatment cost and individual financial situation
• Support for both government and empanelled private hospitals

Eligibility

• Must be a permanent resident of Odisha
• Treatment must be for a critical or serious illness
• Patient should not have received adequate support through other government health schemes
• Income limit may apply based on scheme guidelines

Exclusions

• Routine medical treatments and OPD consultations are not covered
• Treatments available fully under Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana or other state health programs may not qualify for additional funding
• Non-residents of Odisha are not eligible

Application Process

1. Obtain an application form from the District Collector’s office or the health department
2. Get the medical certificate and treatment estimate from the treating hospital
3. Submit the filled application form along with documents to the District Collector or Chief District Medical Officer
4. The application is reviewed and forwarded for approval
5. Approved funds are released directly to the hospital or to the beneficiary

Documents Required

• Domicile or residency proof of Odisha
• Medical certificate from a registered doctor specifying the illness
• Treatment cost estimate from the hospital
• Income certificate from a competent authority
• Aadhaar card of the patient
• Bank account details
• Passport-size photographs