Introduction Mediclaim Scheme is a healthcare financial assistance program implemented by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Goa. The scheme supports eligible residents who require specialised or super-speciality medical treatment that is not available in government healthcare facilities within the state. Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries can receive financial assistance for approved treatments at recognised hospitals located in Goa as well as outside the state. The revised provisions have enhanced the maximum assistance limit to ₹5 lakh for most treatment categories, while bone marrow transplantation is covered up to ₹8 lakh. The scheme covers several critical treatments including cardiac surgeries, cancer treatment, kidney transplantation, neurosurgery, intensive care, trauma care, cochlear implants, and other notified medical procedures. Assistance is provided only after verification and approval by the competent authority. Applications are submitted offline through the Mediclaim Cell of the Directorate of Health Services. Eligible patients must obtain the prescribed medical certifications and approvals before availing treatment under the scheme. Benefits Financial assistance for approved super-speciality treatments not available in Government hospitals in Goa. Maximum assistance of up to ₹5 lakh for eligible treatment categories. Bone Marrow Transplantation assistance up to ₹8 lakh. Coverage for cardiac surgeries, cancer treatment, neurosurgery, kidney transplantation, trauma care, ICU/NICU services, cochlear implants, and other notified procedures. CAPD Dialysis assistance up to prescribed monthly limits. Treatment can be availed at recognized hospitals within Goa and outside the state. Facility to access treatment through empanelled hospitals approved under the scheme. Special provisions for NICU care, ventilatory support, and dialysis treatment. Financial relief for eligible families facing high medical expenses. Retired State Government employees can also avail benefits subject to scheme conditions. Eligibility Applicant must be a permanent resident of Goa. Must have resided in Goa for at least 15 years. Name should be included in the Electoral/Voters List. Annual family income should not exceed ₹8 lakh. Minor children of eligible residents can also be covered. The treatment should fall under the approved categories notified under the scheme. The required treatment should generally not be available in Government hospitals of Goa. Treatment must be undertaken at a recognized hospital approved under the scheme. Retired State Government employees are eligible and exempted from the income ceiling requirement. All medical and administrative conditions prescribed by the Directorate of Health Services must be fulfilled. Documents Application Form C (for self-treatment). Application Form D (for treatment of a minor). Medical Certificate from the prescribed authority. Mediclaim Certificate. Income Certificate issued by the competent authority. 15-Year Residence Certificate. Voter ID Card/Election Card. Aadhaar Card. Permanent Ration Card. Passport-size Photograph. DDSSY Card/Documents, if applicable. Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired Government employees, if applicable. Parent's Voter ID in case of minor beneficiaries. Self-declaration or undertaking regarding previous benefits and insurance coverage. Any additional documents required during verification. Process to Apply Obtain the prescribed medical certificate from the concerned Government hospital or authorized medical authority. Collect income and residence certificates, wherever applicable. Fill Form C for self-treatment or Form D for treatment of a minor. Attach all required supporting documents. Obtain the prescribed Mediclaim Certificate through the verification process. Submit the completed application to the Mediclaim Cell, Directorate of Health Services, Goa. The application and medical documents are scrutinized by the competent authority. Upon approval, authorization is issued for treatment at a recognized hospital. Avail treatment as per the sanctioned amount and scheme conditions. Applicants who have already undergone treatment without prior authorization may submit their case directly to DHS for consideration under special approval provisions. Important Links and Contact Official Portal: Directorate of Health Services, Goa Implementing Department: Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Goa Mediclaim Scheme Information: Visit Official Website Recognized Hospital Details: Available through the Directorate of Health Services. Application Mode: Offline Contact Details: DHS Goa Contact Page Office Address: Mediclaim Cell, Directorate of Health Services, Campal, Panaji, Goa. FAQs Q1. What is the Goa Mediclaim Scheme?It is a medical assistance scheme that provides financial support for approved super-speciality treatments to eligible residents of Goa. Q2. Which department administers the scheme?The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Health Services, Government of Goa. Q3. What is the maximum assistance available under the scheme?Eligible beneficiaries can receive up to ₹5 lakh for most approved treatments and up to ₹8 lakh for bone marrow transplantation. Q4. Can treatment be taken outside Goa?Yes, treatment can be availed at recognized hospitals both within Goa and outside the state, subject to approval. Q5. Who is eligible for the scheme?Permanent residents of Goa residing in the state for at least 15 years and meeting the prescribed conditions are eligible. Q6. Are retired Government employees eligible?Yes, retired State Government employees can avail benefits under the scheme as per applicable rules. Q7. Does the scheme cover cancer treatment?Yes, approved cancer treatments including chemotherapy and radiotherapy are covered under the scheme. Q8. Is there any online application facility?No, applications must currently be submitted offline through the Directorate of Health Services. Q9. Can minors receive benefits under the scheme?Yes, eligible minor dependents can be covered by submitting the prescribed application form and documents. Q10. Where should the application be submitted?Applications should be submitted to the Mediclaim Cell of the Directorate of Health Services, Campal, Panaji, Goa.