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. 2020 May 27;12(2):195-203.
doi: 10.1007/s41649-020-00121-7. eCollection 2020 Jun.

An Ethical Analysis of the 'Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY)' Scheme using the Stakeholder Approach to Universal Health Care in India

Saumil Dholakia  1   2
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An Ethical Analysis of the 'Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY)' Scheme using the Stakeholder Approach to Universal Health Care in India

Saumil Dholakia. Asian Bioeth Rev. .

Abstract

This paper analyses the ethical considerations using the stakeholder theory on two specific domains of the newly implemented 'Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (PM-JAY)' scheme by the Government of India. The paper recommends a solidarity-based approach over an entitlement based one that focuses on out-of-pocket expenses for the most vulnerable and a stewardship role from the private sector to ensure equity, accountability, and sustainability of PM-JAY scheme.

Keywords: Health System; India; PM-JAY; Stake-holder approach; Universal Health Care.

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Conflict of InterestThe author declares that he has no conflict of interest.

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Stake holders and their relationships in PM-JAY
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