HEALTHCARE SCENARIO OF BIHAR 2023

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INTRODUCTION

Bihar, a state in eastern India, has been grappling with various challenges in its healthcare scenario. The state has historically faced issues such as limited infrastructure, inadequate resources, and a high burden of diseases. However, in recent years, the government and various stakeholders have taken steps to address these challenges and improve healthcare in Bihar. Efforts have been made to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure by increasing the number of hospitals, primary health centres, and community health centres across the state. The government has also focused on improving the availability of medical equipment and facilities to ensure better healthcare delivery. To tackle the burden of diseases, the government has implemented programs and initiatives. These initiatives aim to provide better healthcare access to the rural population, enhance maternal and child health services. In this blog, we aim to provide you with insights into the current state of healthcare in Bihar, shedding light on the government initiatives, disease burden and healthcare infrastructure that shape the industry landscape.

DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE

HEALTHCARE BUDGET ALLOCATION IN BIHAR

HEALTHCARE SECTOR COMPOSITION

HEALTH INDICATORS

DISEASE BURDEN IN BIHAR

HEALTHCARE INITIATIVES BY BIHAR GOVERNMENT

Initiatives	Features & Benefits
Bal Hriday Yojana	Launched year 9 April 2023 Provide free treatment to children afflicted with congenital heart defects, specifically those experiencing either a hole in the heart or ventricular septal defect.

MAJOR LIST OF MAJOR HOSPITALS IN BIHAR

Government Hospitals in Bihar

1. Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna:

Established in 1983, IGIMS is an autonomous medical institution recognized by University Grants Commission. The hospital is spread over 130.20 acres land area. It has a bed capacity of 2,500 beds.

2. Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH):

Established in 1925, PMCH is one of the oldest and largest public hospitals in Bihar, offering approximately 1,675 beds. It provides a wide range of medical and surgical specialties and is affiliated with Patna Medical College for medical education and training. The hospital is spread over 100 acres land area.

3. Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH):

Established in 1946 and is spread over 227 acre-land. The hospital has a bed capacity of 1,030 beds.

4. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and Hospital (JNMCH), Bhagalpur:

Founded in 1971, JNMCH is a renowned medical institution in Bhagalpur district, equipped with approximately 800 beds. It is spread over 209 acre land.

5. Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH), Patna:

Founded in 1970, NMCH is a prominent medical institution in Bihar with a bed capacity of 750 beds.

Private Hospitals in Bihar

1. Mahavir Cancer Sansthan, Patna:

Founded in 1998, Mahavir Cancer Sansthan is a specialized cancer hospital in Patna with around 618 beds. It provides comprehensive cancer care services, including diagnosis, treatment, surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

2. Paras HMRI Hospital, Patna:

Established in 2006, Paras HMRI Hospital in Patna has approximately 350 beds and offers advanced healthcare services in various specialties.

3. Ruban Memorial Hospital, Patna:

Founded in 1996, Ruban Memorial Hospital is a leading private hospital in Patna with around 400 beds.

4. Ford Hospital and Research Centre, Patna:

Established in 2008, Ford Hospital and Research Centre is a multispecialty private hospital in Patna, offering approximately 200 beds.

5. Magadh Hospital and Research Centre, Patna:

Established in 1970, Magadh Hospital and Research Centre is a well-established private hospital in Patna with 100 beds.

Medical Colleges in Bihar

1. Patna Medical College, Patna:

Established in 1925, Patna Medical College is one of the oldest and prestigious medical colleges in Bihar, offering approximately 200 MBBS seats, 21 MD seats. It is affiliated with Patna University.

2. Nalanda Medical College, Patna:

Founded in 1970, Nalanda Medical College is a well-known medical college in Bihar, offering approximately 150 MBBS seats. It is affiliated with Aryabhatta Knowledge University and emphasizes both academic and clinical training.

3. Darbhanga Medical College, Darbhanga:

Established in 1946, Darbhanga Medical College is a premier medical institution in Bihar, offering around 150 MBBS seats.

4. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Patna:

Established in 2012, AIIMS Patna is a prestigious medical institution in Bihar, offering around 100 MBBS seats.

5. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Bhagalpur:

Established in 1971, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College is a renowned medical college in Bhagalpur, offering approximately 100 MBBS seats.

HEALTHCARE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN BIHAR

1. Growing population:

The population of Biharfor the year 2023 is 12,85,00,364and is estimated to projectby the year 14,00,00,000 2030 with annual growth rate of 1.23 %.

2. Gap in medical Infrastructure:

• In the state, the total number of available beds, including both government and private sectors, is30,857 . According to the norms, there should be 5 beds per 1,000 population. Hence, there is a need for6,42,501 beds, indicating a gap of 6,11,644 beds in Bihar healthcare infrastructure.
• Currently, there are83 diagnostic centres in Bihar. As per the norms there should be 1 diagnostic centre per 10,000 population. Therefore, there is a requirement of 12,850 diagnostic centre indicating a gap of 12,767 diagnostic centre in the state.

4. Government assistance in healthcare facility establishment:

• The Bihar State Credit and Investment Corporation Ltd. (BSCIC), 1975 foster the growth of industries in Bihar. Its mandate includes promoting, encouraging, aiding, and assisting the establishment of small, medium, and large industries across the state, particularly in backward districts and rural areas.
• BSCIC provides direct assistance and financial support for setting up enterprises, regardless of whether they are owned or operated by the state government, statutory bodies, corporations, public or private companies, firms, or individuals.
• The corporation offers various financial services such as term loans, refinancing, Industrial Finance Loan (IFL), Seed Capital Assistance, and other forms of support.
• It’s important to note that the interest rate for these financial services is set at 15.5% (Prime Lending Rate or PLR). This rate serves as a benchmark for determining the interest charges on loans provided by BSCIC.

CONCLUSION

The healthcare scenario in Bihar has seen significant improvements in recent years. The state government, along with various initiatives and schemes, has been working towards addressing the challenges faced in healthcare infrastructure, resource availability, and disease burden. Efforts have been made to strengthen healthcare delivery by increasing the number of hospitals, primary health centres, and community health centres across the state. While challenges remain, the healthcare sector in Bihar  is on a positive trajectory, with ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare access, infrastructure, and services. To bridge this gap, efforts may be required in improving healthcare infrastructure to meet the needs of the population effectively.

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