Jammu and Kashmir Amends Civil Service Medical Reimbursement Rules
What happened
The Government of Jammu and Kashmir amended the Jammu & Kashmir Civil Services (Medical Attendance and Allowance) Rules, 1990, and notified ceiling rates for reimbursing the cost of artificial appliances. The changes, issued by the Finance Department, also substituted a new definition of ‘Family’ and established an income limit of Rs. 9000/- plus dearness allowance for dependent family members.
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Why it matters
The amendment directly changes the financial parameters for medical care provided to civil servants in the region. The new ceiling rates affect the maximum government reimbursement for specific medical devices, such as cochlear implants and dual chamber pacemakers.
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The entities involved
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Srinagar
city in Jammu and Kashmir, India
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Kashmir
disputed territory between China, India and Pakistan
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