One Day, One Minute, One Rule – 386 What decision was made regarding the 2356 Lower Selection Grade (LSG) posts held by BCR officials in the pay scale of Rs. 5000-8000, and what was the financial implication of this process? It was decided that the 2356 LSG posts held by BCR officials would be converted into Higher Selection Grade-II (HSG.II) grade in the same pay scale, with no additional financial implications. The identification of these posts is required to be done on a functional basis across various units (such as Post Offices, SBCO, Circle Office, RMS, Premier Services, and Foreign Post) following specific guidelines provided in the order. (DG(P) No. 22-1/PE-1 (V) Dated: 31-07-2001)

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Procedures for undergoing medical tests and investigations at CGHS-empaneled hospitals to ensure hassle-free reimbursement.

• Most CGHS beneficiaries must obtain a referral from a CGHS Wellness Centre before consulting with a specialist at an empanelled Health Care Organization (HCO).

• Beneficiaries over the age of 70 are exempt from the requirement to obtain a referral for specialist consultations.

• If a specialist at an empanelled hospital prescribes tests (excluding MRI and CT scans) that cost less than ₹3,000 each, these must be performed at that same hospital where the consultation took place. 

• If a beneficiary chooses to have these tests done at a different empanelled centre or lab, they must obtain prior endorsement from their CGHS Wellness Centre.

• Separate endorsement or permission is always required for specific high-cost investigations, such as MRI and CT Scans, regardless of where they are performed.

(DG (P) No. CA-30/14/2025-CA/PB-DOP dated 22.1.2026)