Arogyasri services in Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Telangana have been halted due to unpaid dues from the government to private hospitals. For nearly two weeks, these hospitals have stopped providing services to Arogyasri patients, creating significant challenges for those in need of medical care.
In Andhra Pradesh, private hospitals are owed nearly Rs. 3,000 crore by the government. Although promises were made to clear the dues, the payments have not been released. As a result, hospitals have stopped most treatments under the scheme, except for emergencies. Many patients are now being forced to pay out of pocket for essential medical services.
A similar situation is unfolding in Telangana, where hospitals have also suspended Arogyasri services. Despite repeated assurances from the government, the pending payments remain unresolved. Hospital authorities are urging the government to settle the dues so they can continue providing healthcare to the people.
This financial crisis is putting immense pressure on patients and hospitals alike. Patients are being asked to pay more for treatments, while hospitals are struggling to manage basic operations. Some facilities are even running out of funds to pay their staff and procure necessary medicines, worsening the situation for everyone involved.
