ESIC Coverage Dilemma: Can a Newborn Receive Benefits Through a Parent's Plan?

Hi, I'm working as an assistant HR. Here, I have a question: an employee is currently covered by ESIC. Recently, he had a baby boy just 20 days ago. Unfortunately, the baby boy's health is not well. We are unable to add the baby's name to the ESIC coverage. Will the baby be able to receive any benefits from ESIC through his father's coverage?

Adding a Newborn to ESIC Coverage

The name of the newborn baby can be added to the Identity Card/Family Identity Card, and he will receive medical care as a family member of the insured person. It is advisable to contact the concerned Branch Office of ESIC to complete the necessary procedures. After adding the name and details of the baby, you can visit the ESI dispensary/ESI Hospital for the child's treatment.

It is also important to note that the form for adding a family member can be obtained from the employer. To add the family member, the branch office will require a copy of the birth certificate or other evidence of the child's birth.

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Sir,

It is to inform you that family members can now be added online by the employer, and no approval is required. Simply log in to your account and update your family details.

Thanks,
VK Gupta