Date:20/11/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/11/20/stories/2008112050570200.htm

Andhra Pradesh

Health check packages from hospital

SANGAREDDY: Star Hospitals, Hyderabad, would be offering cardiac package at a cost of Rs. 1,200 where as it would be costing around Rs. 3,000 at other hospitals.

At a press conference here on Wednesday after holding a medical camp at the government hospital in the town to promote the brand image, Dr. K. Venkatappaiah, RMO of Star Hospitals, said that the offer would be in force till December 31.

Similarly nephrology package is being offered for Rs. 1,000 and dialysis for Rs. 750. Dr. Venkatappaiah informed that they have checked up about 300 patients at the hospital and some patients were referred for further tests. Those who will come for tests at Star Hospital would be offered a concession of 50 per cent on the charges for investigation.

A team of 10 doctors checked the patients.