Positive Barta Health ID Card: In a major step toward affordable and preventive healthcare, Positive Barta has launched the Family Health Discount Card in association with Santiniketan Medical College & Hospital (SMCH), Bolpur, West Bengal. This Health ID Card initiative is designed to reduce medical expenses for families while encouraging regular health check-ups and early disease detection.
Who Is Offering the Health Card?
The Family Health Discount Card is organized by Positive Barta, a social initiative focused on community welfare. The medical services are provided in partnership with Santiniketan Medical College & Hospital, a multi-specialty healthcare institution located at Gobindapur, Bolpur, West Bengal.
The program combines community outreach with hospital-based medical infrastructure to make quality treatment more accessible and affordable.
Who Can Apply?
This card is intended for:
- Families seeking affordable healthcare services
- Individuals who want regular preventive health check-ups
- Residents of rural and semi-urban areas
- Patients who frequently require laboratory or diagnostic tests
It is a Family Health Discount Card, meaning multiple family members can be added under one registration. Each listed member is eligible for the benefits.
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আগ্রহী ব্যক্তিরা সরাসরি শান্তিনিকেতন মেডিকেল কলেজ ও হাসপাতালের সঙ্গে যোগাযোগ করে অথবা পজিটিভ বার্তার মাধ্যমে রেজিস্ট্রেশন করতে পারবেন। প্রয়োজন হবে:
- প্রাইমারি মেম্বারের নাম ও পরিচয়
- মোবাইল নম্বর
- ঠিকানা
- পরিবারের সদস্যদের বিবরণ
Helpline: (+91) 7479001718 / 7479002836 / 9732615531
Key Benefits of the Family Health Discount Card
The benefits are divided into four major sections:
1. OPD (Outpatient) Discounts
- 40% discount on Laboratory Tests
- 20% discount on Radiology & Imaging (X-Ray, USG, CT, MRI, ECG, Echo, etc.)
- Up to 20% discount on medicines from the hospital pharmacy
2. IPD (Inpatient) Discounts
- 40% discount on Laboratory Tests
- 30% discount on Radiology & Imaging Tests
- Up to 20% discount on medicines from the hospital pharmacy (as per hospital IPD rules)
3. 50% Discount on Full Body Health Check-Up (Once Per Year)
The standard package price is ₹1400, but cardholders pay only ₹700.
The basic package includes:
- CBC
- Fasting Blood Sugar
- Liver Function Test
- Kidney Function Test
- Lipid Profile
- Urine Routine
- Vitals Assessment
- Eye Check-up
- Dental Check-up
- ECG
- Chest X-ray (PA View)
- Doctor Consultation
4. Family Member Benefits
Each family member listed on the card is entitled to one full body basic health check-up per year at 50% discount.
Card Validity and Terms
- Valid for 1 year from the date of issue
- Non-transferable
- Discounts apply strictly as per OPD/IPD guidelines
- Cannot be combined with any other insurance or promotional offer
- Medicine discounts are applicable only at the hospital pharmacy
- Hospital rules and timings apply
Why This Initiative Matters
Healthcare expenses are rising rapidly, making it difficult for many families to afford routine diagnostics and preventive care. This initiative aims to:
- Promote preventive healthcare awareness
- Encourage early diagnosis
- Reduce financial burden on families
- Provide structured, hospital-backed discount support
By offering significant discounts on laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, and annual health check-ups, the program makes structured healthcare planning easier for families.
Additional Services Available at Santiniketan Medical College & Hospital (SMCH)
Along with the Health Discount Card benefits, SMCH offers comprehensive medical facilities, including:
- 24×7 Emergency Services
- Advanced Radiology Department (CT Scan, MRI, USG)
- Fully Equipped Pathology Laboratory
- General Medicine
- General Surgery
- Gynecology & Obstetrics
- Pediatrics
- Cardiology & ECG Services
- Eye Care Unit
- Dental Department
- Inpatient (IPD) Facilities
- Hospital Pharmacy
This integrated healthcare setup ensures that families can access diagnostics, consultation, treatment, and pharmacy services under one roof.
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How to Apply for the Health ID Card
Interested individuals can register through Positive Barta or directly contact Santiniketan Medical College & Hospital. Required details typically include:
- Primary member name
- Mobile number
- Address
- Details of family members
Conclusion
The Positive Barta Health ID Card is more than just a discount card. It is a structured family healthcare support initiative designed to make quality medical services affordable and accessible.
For families in West Bengal looking to reduce medical expenses while ensuring regular health monitoring, the Family Health Discount Card offers a practical and sustainable healthcare solution.
