The Punjab Free Health Card 2026 Hospital List has been officially updated, bringing huge relief to millions of families across Punjab. Under this scheme, your CNIC now works as your Sehat Card, giving you free medical treatment worth up to Rs. 10 lakh per family. With rising hospital expenses and costly surgeries, this program makes sure that no citizen is denied treatment because of money. From heart operations to emergency admissions, both government and private hospitals are now available under the new 2026 rules.
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What Is Punjab Free Health Card 2026?
The Punjab Health Card is a government-backed health insurance program managed by PHIMC. It allows eligible families to get admitted treatment without paying a single rupee. You don’t need a physical card anymore. Your original CNIC is enough.
This scheme is especially helpful for middle- and low-income families who cannot afford private hospitals. Even expensive treatments that normally cost lakhs are fully covered.
| Feature Details | Description / Update |
| Main Keyword | Free Health Card Punjab 2026 Hospital List |
| Coverage Limit | Up to 10 Lakh Rupees per family |
| Registration Status | Open for all permanent Punjab residents |
| Check Eligibility | SMS CNIC to 8500 |
| Required Document | Original NADRA CNIC or B-Form |
| Official Website | phimc.punjab.gov.pk |
| Panel Hospitals | Private and Government (Specialized) |
| OPD Services | Not covered (Only In-patient/Admissions) |
New Eligibility Criteria for Sehat Card Punjab 2026
In 2026, the Punjab government made eligibility simpler and broader. Most permanent residents are now included automatically.
You are eligible if:
- You are a permanent resident of Punjab
- Your CNIC is valid and active
- Your family record is updated in NADRA
- Your children are linked through B-Form
- Priority is given to low-income & BISP-verified families, but others are also covered
There is no age limit, and no separate registration form is required.
How to Check Sehat Card Status from Mobile (2026 Method)
You can check your eligibility in less than one minute.
Follow these steps:
- Open your mobile SMS app
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number
- Send it to 8500
- Wait for the reply message
- You will receive confirmation of eligibility and balance
No office visit. No agent. Completely free.
Free Health Card Hospital List 2026 (Major Cities)
The updated hospital list includes top private hospitals along with district-level government hospitals. Each district has at least one empaneled facility.
City-wise Hospital Availability
| City / Area | Panel Hospitals Available |
| Lahore | Doctors Hospital, Ittefaq, Hameed Latif |
| Rawalpindi | RIC, Al-Syed Hospital |
| Faisalabad | Madina Teaching Hospital |
| Multan | South Punjab Hospital |
| All Districts | DHQ & Selected Private Hospitals |
Hospitals may change, so always confirm availability at the Sehat Sahulat Desk.
Treatments Covered Under Punjab Health Card
This is not a basic program. It covers major and life-saving procedures.
Included Treatments
- Heart surgeries (angioplasty, bypass)
- Dialysis & kidney treatment
- Cancer chemotherapy & surgery
- Normal delivery & C-section
- Emergency accidents & ICU care
- General surgeries
OPD checkups and routine medicines are not included.
How to Use Your CNIC as Sehat Card at Hospital
Using the card is simple if you follow the correct process.
- Go to a panel hospital
- Visit the Sehat Sahulat help desk
- Show your original CNIC
- Complete biometric verification
- Get admitted without paying cash
All expenses are settled directly by the government.
Children & Family Coverage – Important Information
Children are fully covered even if they don’t have CNIC.
- B-Form is required for children under 18
- Newborns can be treated using parents’ CNIC
- Family must be linked in NADRA
- No separate card for each member
This makes the program very family-friendly.
Helpline & Complaint System (24/7 Support)
If any hospital asks for money or refuses treatment, report immediately.
- Helpline: 0800-09009
- SMS Complaint: 8500
- Email: info@phimc.punjab.gov.pk
Government action is taken quickly on genuine complaints.
Final Words
The Free Health Card Punjab 2026 Hospital List update is a powerful step toward free healthcare for everyone. With medical costs increasing every year, this Rs. 10 lakh cover protects families from financial stress during emergencies. Make sure your CNIC and family data are updated in NADRA so you can use this facility without any problem.
FAQs
Can Punjab Health Card be used outside Punjab?
Yes. You can use it in empaneled hospitals across Pakistan.
Is OPD covered under Sehat Card?
No. Only admitted (in-patient) treatment is covered.
What if my Rs. 10 lakh limit is used up?
In life-saving cases, extra coverage may be approved by authorities.
Do senior citizens need separate registration?
No. They are automatically covered under family CNIC.
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