{"id":1546,"date":"2023-09-09T19:03:07","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T19:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/?p=1546"},"modified":"2023-09-09T19:05:28","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T19:05:28","slug":"how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Surrender ECHS Facility and Receive Fixed Medical Allowance: A Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Why_Surrender_the_ECHS_Facility\" >Why Surrender the ECHS Facility?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Procedure_for_Exiting_ECHS_Facility_by_Beneficiaries\" >Procedure for Exiting ECHS Facility by Beneficiaries<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Step_1_Application_Submission\" >Step 1: Application Submission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Step_2_Forwarding_of_Application\" >Step 2: Forwarding of Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Step_3_NOC_Issuance\" >Step 3: NOC Issuance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Step_4_Revocation_of_ECHS_Membership\" >Step 4: Revocation of ECHS Membership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Step_5_Medical_Allowance\" >Step 5: Medical Allowance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Benefits_of_Surrendering_ECHS_Facility\" >Benefits of Surrendering ECHS Facility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Aur_Sainik_Welfare_Ka_Jankari_Ka_Liya\" >Aur Sainik Welfare Ka Jankari Ka Liya:-<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Empowering_ECHS_Beneficiaries_The_Ayushman_Bharat_Digital_Health_Mission\" >Empowering ECHS Beneficiaries: The Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-echs-facility-and-receive-fixed-medical-allowance-a-comprehensive-guide\/#Income_Tax_For_Pensioners\" >Income Tax For Pensioners<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.loan4fauji.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Medical-allowance-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How to Surrender ECHS Facility and Receive Fixed Medical Allowance: A Comprehensive Guide\" class=\"wp-image-1548\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How to Surrender an ECHS Facility and Receive Fixed Medical Allowance: A Comprehensive Guide Thousand and even lakhs of ECHS beneficiaries have expressed dissatisfaction with the ECHS service. Over the past 20 years, ECHS membership has been mandatory for all retired military personnel. However, due to various reasons such as insufficient service, residing in remote areas, and other factors, many Ex-Servicemen (ESM) may no longer wish to avail themselves of ECHS benefits. In such cases, they have the option to surrender their ECHS card and receive a medical allowance at the current rate for life. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the process for surrendering ECHS facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Surrender_the_ECHS_Facility\"><\/span>Why Surrender the ECHS Facility?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we delve into the surrender process, let&#8217;s understand why some ESM choose to exit the ECHS program. There can be several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Insufficient Service: Some beneficiaries may feel that the ECHS service in their area is inadequate or does not meet their healthcare needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residing in Remote Areas: ESM residing in remote or far-flung areas may find it challenging to access ECHS-empanelled hospitals and clinics, making it more convenient to receive a medical allowance instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal Preferences: Some ESM may have personal reasons for not wanting to avail of ECHS benefits and may prefer to receive a medical allowance instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let&#8217;s explore the step-by-step process of surrendering ECHS facilities and obtaining a medical allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_for_Exiting_ECHS_Facility_by_Beneficiaries\"><\/span>Procedure for Exiting ECHS Facility by Beneficiaries<div><font face=\"S\u00f6hne, ui-sans-serif, system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, Noto Sans, sans-serif, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Apple Color Emoji, Segoe UI Emoji, Segoe UI Symbol, Noto Color Emoji\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><\/span><\/font><\/div><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The policy regarding opting out or exiting from ECHS has been established by the Chief Officer, ECHS. Here&#8217;s a detailed guide on how to surrender ECHS facilities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Application_Submission\"><\/span>Step 1: Application Submission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary beneficiary (the ESM) who wishes to exit ECHS must submit an application for surrender along with an undertaking, as per the authority letter provided. This application, along with the required documents, should be submitted to the Parent Polyclinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Forwarding_of_Application\"><\/span>Step 2: Forwarding of Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Parent Polyclinic will then forward the application, along with the necessary documents, to the Chief Officer, ECHS, through the Regional Centre (RC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_NOC_Issuance\"><\/span>Step 3: NOC Issuance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon receiving the application, the Chief Officer, ECHS, will review it and, if deemed appropriate, grant a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for surrender. The NOC signifies approval for the exit from the ECHS program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Revocation_of_ECHS_Membership\"><\/span>Step 4: Revocation of ECHS Membership<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the NOC is issued, the RC concerned will proceed to revoke the ECHS membership of the primary beneficiary and all dependents associated with the beneficiary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Medical_Allowance\"><\/span>Step 5: Medical Allowance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After successfully surrendering ECHS facilities, the primary beneficiary will become entitled to receive a medical allowance as per the current rate for the remainder of their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Surrendering_ECHS_Facility\"><\/span>Benefits of Surrendering ECHS Facility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrendering ECHS facilities can offer several advantages to the beneficiaries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexibility: Exiting ECHS provides beneficiaries with the flexibility to choose their healthcare services and providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remote Areas: For ESM living in remote areas, surrendering ECHS and receiving a medical allowance can be a more practical option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal Choice: It respects the personal preferences and choices of beneficiaries who may have specific healthcare needs or preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, surrendering ECHS facilities is a viable option for beneficiaries who are not satisfied with the service or have specific reasons for not wanting to avail ECHS benefits. It allows them to receive a medical allowance while retaining control over their healthcare decisions. The process is straightforward and ensures that ESM can access the healthcare that best suits their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><div><span style=\"border: 0px solid rgb(217, 217, 227); box-sizing: border-box; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-gradient-from-position: ; --tw-gradient-via-position: ; --tw-gradient-to-position: ; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(69,89,164,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow: 0 0 transparent; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 transparent; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; 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