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CGHS Chandigarh Zone — Complete Guide for Beneficiaries

Everything you need to know about using your CGHS card in Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula, Ambala, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Shimla and across the zone.

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Section 1

CGHS Wellness Centres — Chandigarh Zone

Visit your nearest Wellness Centre to get a CMO referral before coming to Gini Hospital for specialist treatment.

Centre Code City Address Phone
CG1 Chandigarh U.T. Civil Hospital Complex, Sector 45-C, Chandigarh 160047 0172-2925160
CG2 Chandigarh CGHS WC-2, Press Colony, Sector 29-C, Chandigarh 160030 0172-2997680
CPK1 Panchkula BSNL Telephone Exchange Building, Sector 16, Panchkula 134109 0172-2990711
AMB1 Ambala P&T Colony, Near Railway Hospital, Ambala 133001 0171-2610711
AMT1 Amritsar ALO Building, Albert Road, Near BSNL, Amritsar 143001 0183-2566160
JLN1 Jalandhar Civil Lines, P&T Colony, Jalandhar 144001 Contact CGHS office
SL1 Shimla Chaura Maidan, Near Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla 171004 0177-2633984
JT01 Jammu Exhibition Ground, Dogra Chowk, Jammu 180003 0191-3521496
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AD CGHS Chandigarh (Zonal Office)
Room 427, 4th Floor, Kendriya Sadan, Sector 9-A, Chandigarh 160009
📞 0172-2740716 / 2740555  |  ✉️ [email protected]
Section 2

How to Get a CGHS Referral — Step by Step

Follow these 5 steps to get referred to Gini Hospital for specialist treatment.

1
Visit Your Nearest CGHS Wellness Centre
Walk in during OPD hours with your CGHS card and government ID. Present your health complaint to the CMO (Chief Medical Officer) on duty.
2
Request a Referral to Gini Hospital
The CMO writes a referral letter to the relevant department — e.g., Orthopaedics (Dr. Harjoban Singh), Endocrinology (Dr. Bhansali), or Urology (Dr. Aggarwal). Mention "Gini Advanced Care Hospital, Sector 69 Mohali" by name.
3
Book Your OPD at Gini Hospital
Call 0172 4120100 or WhatsApp +91 81463 20100 to book a specialist OPD slot. Bring referral letter, CGHS card, ID, and all previous reports. OPD fees are paid upfront and claimed via reimbursement later.
4
If Surgery is Advised — Apply for Pre-Authorisation
Our CGHS desk prepares your pre-auth file (investigation reports, specialist recommendation letter, estimated cost). Submit it at your Wellness Centre or online via the CGHS portal. Approval takes 7–14 working days. See our full pre-auth guide →
5
Get Admitted — Cashless IPD Treatment
On admission day, bring your CGHS card, approval letter, referral, and ID. Our admissions desk processes everything. You pay nothing for covered IPD procedure costs — the claim is settled directly with CGHS.
Emergency admission: If admitted as an emergency, carry your CGHS card. A referral from the Wellness Centre can be submitted within 24 hours of admission. Call our CGHS desk immediately at 0172 4120100.
Section 3

CGHS Eligibility Checker

Answer 4 quick questions to find out if you can access cashless treatment at Gini Hospital.

Q1: What is your employment status?
Section 4

Procedure & Rates Reference

Indicative CGHS package rates for common procedures at Gini Hospital. See full rates page →

Procedure CGHS Rate (approx.) Pre-Auth?
Total Knee Replacement (TKR)₹1,10,000 – ₹1,40,000Required
Total Hip Replacement (THR)₹1,10,000 – ₹1,40,000Required
Coronary Angiography₹8,000 – ₹12,000Referral needed
HbA1c₹350No (OPD reimb.)
Lipid Profile₹450No (OPD reimb.)
2D EchoCGHS ratesNo (OPD reimb.)
TMT (Treadmill Test)CGHS ratesNo (OPD reimb.)
Chest X-RayCGHS ratesNo (OPD reimb.)
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)CGHS ratesNo (OPD reimb.)
ICU per dayCGHS ratesPre-auth / emergency
General Surgical ProceduresCall to confirmUsually required
View Full CGHS Rates Page →
Section 5

Pre-Auth Document Checklist

Tick off each item before submitting your pre-authorisation request at the Wellness Centre.

Our CGHS desk at Gini Hospital helps you prepare items 3, 4, and 5. Call 0172 4120100 — we handle hospital-side paperwork.
Section 6

CGHS Pharmacy — What's Covered

Understanding what medicines you can get cashless, what requires reimbursement, and what isn't covered.

Dispensed Cashless at CGHS Wellness Centre
  • • Medicines from CGHS formulary list
  • • Standard generics & branded equivalents
  • • Chronic disease medicines (diabetes, BP, thyroid)
  • • Post-surgical medicines (covered period)
  • • Approved medical devices (BP monitors, glucometers)
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Reimbursable (Pay First, Claim Later)
  • • Medicines prescribed at empanelled hospital OPD
  • • Items in formulary but unavailable at WC
  • • Diagnostic tests (blood, imaging) at empanelled labs
  • • Physiotherapy sessions (after IPD discharge)
Not on CGHS Formulary
  • • Cosmetic / lifestyle medicines
  • • Non-formulary weight loss drugs
  • • Supplements & vitamins (unless prescribed for deficiency)
  • • Over-the-counter drugs (cough syrups etc.)
  • • Experimental / unapproved therapies
Tip: Always collect a detailed prescription with generic names from your specialist. This makes it easier to match against the CGHS formulary when claiming reimbursement.
Section 7

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cities are covered under CGHS Chandigarh zone?+
CGHS Chandigarh zone covers: Chandigarh (UT), Mohali & Panchkula (Tricity), Ambala (Haryana), Amritsar (Punjab), Jalandhar (Punjab), Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), and Jammu (J&K). Pensioners settled elsewhere in Punjab, Haryana, or Himachal Pradesh may be able to register in the nearest city Wellness Centre — check with the AD CGHS Chandigarh office.
Can a beneficiary from Amritsar or Jalandhar use CGHS at Gini Hospital?+
Yes. CGHS cards issued in any Chandigarh zone city — whether Amritsar (AMT1), Jalandhar (JLN1), or any other — can be used at Gini Hospital Mohali. Many patients travelling as a CGHS empanelled hospital Amritsar or CGHS empanelled hospital Jalandhar referral come to Gini because we offer specialist orthopaedic and endocrinology care not available locally. You will need your Wellness Centre CMO referral. Call our CGHS desk to pre-arrange your visit.
Is OPD consultation covered cashless under CGHS?+
No — OPD consultations at empanelled hospitals are generally NOT cashless. You pay the OPD fee at Gini Hospital on the day and submit an OPD reimbursement claim to your Wellness Centre afterward. Cashless CGHS treatment applies to IPD procedures (hospitalisations and surgeries) only. Keep your receipts and prescription — you'll need them for the reimbursement claim.
Is knee replacement surgery covered under CGHS at Gini?+
Yes. Total Knee Replacement (TKR) is fully covered under CGHS at CGHS rates. The package covers surgery, standard implant, anaesthesia, 5-day hospital stay, and physiotherapy. Pre-authorisation is required and typically takes 7–14 working days. Premium implants (gender-specific, high-flex, revision) may carry a differential cost payable by the patient. See full CGHS knee replacement guide →
What ward am I entitled to under CGHS?+
Ward entitlement is based on your pay level (7th CPC) or pension grade. General rule: Pay Level 1–5 → General Ward; Pay Level 6–11 → Semi-Private; Pay Level 12+ → Private ward. Bring your salary slip or Pension Payment Order (PPO) on admission day — our admissions team verifies your entitlement from your CGHS card and documents.
How long does CGHS pre-authorisation take?+
Standard pre-auth takes 7–14 working days. Emergency admissions can be regularised within 24 hours. Gini's CGHS desk monitors all pending approvals and chases the Wellness Centre if approvals are delayed. Apply early — we recommend at least 3 weeks before a planned surgery date. Our pre-auth guide blog post covers the full process.
Can I see Dr. Anil Bhansali under CGHS?+
Yes. Dr. Anil Bhansali (Endocrinologist, former Head of Endocrinology at PGIMER Chandigarh, ranked Asia's top diabetes doctor) sees CGHS beneficiaries at Gini Hospital. OPD consultations are paid upfront and reimbursed. For IPD diabetes or diabetic foot treatment, pre-authorisation applies. His slots fill quickly — call 0172 4120100 to check availability.
I live in Himachal Pradesh — can I use CGHS at Gini?+
Yes. A CGHS card from Shimla (SL1) or any zone city is valid at Gini Hospital Mohali. Gini serves as a CGHS hospital Himachal Pradesh and CGHS hospital Shimla referral destination for orthopaedic surgeries and endocrinology, as Shimla has limited CGHS empanelled specialist hospitals. Patients travel around 3 hours from Shimla. Get a referral from your SL1 Wellness Centre CMO, then call us to pre-arrange your appointment.
What documents do I need for cashless CGHS treatment at Gini?+
For planned IPD: (1) CGHS card (original + copy), (2) referral letter from CGHS Wellness Centre CMO, (3) pre-authorisation approval letter, (4) government / pension ID, (5) recent investigation reports. For emergency admission: carry CGHS card and ID — referral can be submitted within 24 hours. Our admissions team will guide you on arrival.
Is Gini Hospital empanelled under ECHS for defence pensioners?+
ECHS empanelment is currently in progress at Gini Hospital. We expect to be fully empanelled for defence pensioners shortly. Please call 0172 4120100 to confirm current ECHS status before visiting.

Reaching Gini Hospital from Across the CGHS Zone

Gini Hospital Mohali is accessible from across the CGHS Chandigarh zone. Patients travel from Amritsar (2.5 hrs), Jalandhar (1.5 hrs), Shimla (3 hrs), Ambala (1 hr), Patiala (1 hr), and Jammu (4 hrs) for specialist care not available locally. As a central government hospital Tricity destination and CGHS hospital Punjab, we see beneficiaries from every district of the zone.

We function as the primary CGHS empanelled hospital Ambala referral destination for complex orthopaedic cases. As the nearest fully-equipped CGHS empanelled hospital Panchkula for joint replacement (just 20 minutes away), many Panchkula beneficiaries choose Gini for CGHS knee and hip surgeries. We are also a recognized CGHS hospital Haryana referral centre for Ambala and Panchkula districts.

Beneficiaries from Punjab who cannot find a CGHS empanelled hospital Jalandhar or CGHS empanelled hospital Amritsar with the required specialist — particularly for advanced knee replacement (GiniVision™ AR augmented reality guidance) or for seeing Dr. Bhansali — travel to Gini with their zone-issued CGHS card. We see CGHS patients from as far as CGHS hospital Patiala catchment areas and CGHS hospital Shimla zone.

Chandigarh / Mohali
10–20 min
Panchkula
20 min
Ambala
~1 hr
Patiala
~1 hr
Jalandhar
~1.5 hrs
Amritsar
~2.5 hrs
Shimla
~3 hrs
Jammu
~4 hrs

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We'll help you navigate the referral process, pre-auth, and scheduling — from any city in the Chandigarh CGHS zone. Mon–Sat, 10 AM–6 PM.

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