Date:16/11/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/11/16/stories/2008111654440400.htm

Andhra Pradesh - Hyderabad

Ceiling for medical reimbursement up

HYDERABAD: The government has issued orders (G.O. 367) doubling the ceiling of reimbursement of medical expenses for pensioners and their dependents to Rs. 2 lakh, on par with the serving employees.

The order, issued by the Health Department on November 14, will benefit 4.5 lakh retired staff and their families. – Special Correspondent