CGHS Hospital Panel Removal - October 2025

CGHS Hospital Panel Removal Notice

October 24, 2025 - Important Update for Central Government Employees

⚠️ Important Alert:

Four empaneled hospitals/diagnostic centers have been removed from the CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) panel with effect from October 23, 2025, for non-compliance of CGHS guidelines.

If you are currently registered with any of these facilities, please make alternative arrangements immediately.

Official Notification: Office Memorandum dated October 24, 2025

Issued by: Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Division: Hospital Empanelment Cell

Authority: Dr. Honnamma, Additional Director (HQ), CGHS

Document Ref: F.No.5-47/CGHS (HQ)/HEC/2024

Overview

The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has issued official office memoranda on October 24, 2025, announcing the removal of four healthcare providers from its empaneled network. This action has been taken due to the non-compliance of these institutions with established CGHS guidelines and standards. The removal is effective from October 23, 2025. Central government employees and their dependents must immediately cease using these facilities under their CGHS coverage and switch to other empaneled providers in their respective areas.

Hospitals/Centers Removed from CGHS Panel

1. Lions Eye Hospital - Ghaziabad

Address: E-Block, Kavi Nagar, Ghaziabad - 201002 (Uttar Pradesh)

CGHS Registration ID: HOSP9P126708

Type: Specialized Eye Care Hospital

Coverage Area: CGHS Delhi/NCR

Reason for Removal: Non-compliance of CGHS guidelines

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

2. Focus Pathological Services Pvt. Ltd. - New Delhi

Address: 7/1-4 Yusuf Sarai, Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi - 110016

CGHS Registration ID: HOSP7P125619

Type: Pathological/Diagnostic Center

Coverage Area: CGHS Delhi/NCR

Reason for Removal: Non-compliance of CGHS guidelines

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

3. Medeor Hospital Ltd. - New Delhi

Address: B-33, 34, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi - 110016

CGHS Registration ID: HOSP7P128844

Type: General Hospital

Coverage Area: CGHS Delhi/NCR

Reason for Removal: Non-compliance of CGHS guidelines

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

4. Metro Hospitals & Heart Institute - New Delhi

Address: 14, Ring Road, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi - 110024

CGHS Registration ID: HOSP7P129761

Type: Multi-specialty Hospital (Cardiology Focus)

Coverage Area: CGHS Delhi/NCR

Reason for Removal: Non-compliance of CGHS guidelines

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

Quick Summary Table

Hospital/Center Name	Location	CGHS ID	Type
Lions Eye Hospital	Ghaziabad, UP	HOSP9P126708	Eye Care
Focus Pathological Services	New Delhi	HOSP7P125619	Diagnostics
Medeor Hospital Ltd.	New Delhi	HOSP7P128844	General Hospital
Metro Hospitals & Heart Institute	New Delhi	HOSP7P129761	Multi-specialty

What Does This Mean for Central Government Employees?

Impact on CGHS Members

Central government employees and their family members who are registered with any of these facilities must immediately take the following actions:

• Stop using these hospitals/diagnostic centers for CGHS-covered services effective immediately
• All CGHS claims from these facilities will no longer be processed or reimbursed
• Any ongoing treatment or scheduled procedures must be shifted to other empaneled CGHS providers
• Medical records, if stored at these facilities, should be collected or requested
• Prescriptions from these facilities remain valid but future services will not be covered under CGHS

Reason for Removal

All four healthcare providers have been removed from the CGHS panel due to their non-compliance with CGHS guidelines. While the specific compliance violations have not been detailed in the official memoranda, typical reasons for such removals include:

• Financial Non-compliance: Unauthorized billing or billing practices that violate CGHS norms
• Quality of Care Issues: Failure to maintain required standards of medical care and service delivery
• Documentation Deficiencies: Improper maintenance of patient records or non-submission of required reports
• Infrastructure/Staffing: Inadequate facilities, qualified personnel, or equipment as per CGHS requirements
• Administrative Violations: Failure to comply with CGHS administrative procedures and protocols
• Grievance Response: Consistent failure to address CGHS member complaints within specified timeframes

What You Should Do Now

Important Reminders for Central Government Employees

Key Points to Remember

• These removals are effective immediately from October 23, 2025
• CGHS will not reimburse any bills from these facilities after this date
• Always verify if a facility is currently empaneled before seeking treatment
• Maintain updated contact information with your CGHS office
• Keep all medical records and bills for future reference
• Report any complications to your CGHS office for assistance
• Check the CGHS website regularly for updates on empanelled hospitals

Download Official Documents

Access the official office memoranda for these removals:

Lions Eye Hospital Notice Focus Pathological Notice Medeor Hospital Notice Metro Hospitals Notice

Source: Central Government Health Scheme, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India

Notification Date: October 24, 2025

Effective Date: October 23, 2025

Authority: Dr. Honnamma, Additional Director (HQ), CGHS

Reference: F.No.5-47/CGHS (HQ)/HEC/2024

Official Website: cghs.mohfw.gov.in

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