871 patients denied treatment under MJPJAY in 5 years; 55 cases from Mumbai; 545 Hospitals de-empanelled since 2013

In Maharashtra, many patients faced denial of treatment under MJPJAY. They then involved district officials. RTI data reveals flaws in scheme implementation. Only a fraction of hospitals are empanelled. MJPJAY officials claim complaint cases are few compared to total cases. Hospitals cite delayed payments and technical issues. Reimbursements are now made quarterly. Government has de-empanelled many hospitals since 2013.