Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to questions patients ask most often. Grouped by category for easy navigation.
About the Hospital
Q: Where is Shri Manmukund Hospital located? Plot No 7, Bapatwadi, Vivekanand Colony to Radient Hospital Road, Amravati 444604, Maharashtra.
Q: What are the OPD timings? Dr. Vipin: Monday to Saturday, 1.00 PM to 4.30 PM and 6.00 PM to 8.30 PM. Dr. Swati: Monday to Saturday, 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM and 6.00 PM to 8.00 PM. Sunday: prior appointment only. Emergency: 24 hours.
Q: Is the hospital open on holidays? Emergency services are available 24 hours including holidays. Regular OPD is by prior appointment on holidays.
Q: How do I reach the hospital? By car: our address is easily found on Google Maps. Free parking is available near the hospital. By auto: any auto in Amravati can bring you; mention Bapatwadi, Vivekanand Colony. From outside Amravati: by road via NH53 or by rail to Amravati Railway Station, then local transport.
Booking and Consultation
Q: How do I book an appointment? Call 8208927917 during hours, or send a WhatsApp message. You can also walk in during OPD hours, though a booked appointment reduces waiting time.
Q: Can I consult online first before coming? Yes, for preliminary discussions. Call or WhatsApp 8208927917 to arrange.
Q: How long is a consultation? First consultation typically 30 to 45 minutes. Follow-up visits are shorter.
Q: What is the consultation fee? Please call for current fees.
Q: Can I request a specific doctor? Yes. Please mention Dr. Vipin or Dr. Swati when booking.
Treatment and Procedures
Q: What conditions do you treat? See our Services section. Broadly: anorectal conditions, general surgery, Ayurveda and Panchakarma, spine care, female specialty care, Ksharsutra, laser proctology, non-surgical piles treatment, and more.
Q: Do I always need surgery? No. Many conditions are managed without surgery. We recommend surgery only when it is genuinely the best option for your case.
Q: What types of anaesthesia are used? Local anaesthesia for many minor procedures. Spinal or short general anaesthesia for major procedures. Discussed and chosen based on the specific procedure.
Q: Are your procedures day-care? Many procedures are day-care (same-day discharge): rubber band ligation, sclerotherapy, laser haemorrhoidoplasty, laser fistula treatment, and others. Major procedures may require 1 to 3 days of admission.
Q: How long is recovery? Depends on the procedure. Detailed recovery timelines are in our Knowledge Hub playbooks.
Insurance and Payment
Q: Do you accept insurance? Shri Manmukund Hospital is registered under ROHINI (Registry of Hospitals in Network of Insurance). Currently, we carry select cases through partner hospital arrangements for cashless treatment while our own cashless empanelment is under process. Please call 8208927917 for current information on your specific insurer.
Q: What payment methods are accepted? Cash, UPI, net banking, and bank transfer. Insurance details as per your specific policy.
Q: Do you provide detailed billing? Yes. Detailed billing for insurance and personal records is provided.
Female Patients
Q: Can I request Dr. Swati specifically? Yes. Please mention this when booking on 8208927917.
Q: Can I bring a female companion? Yes. Companions (mother, sister, husband, friend) are welcome during consultation and examination per your preference.
Q: Is examination done in privacy? Yes. All examinations happen in a private examination area with dignity maintained.
Q: What if I am uncomfortable discussing my symptoms? Take your time. We do not rush consultations. You can also send an initial WhatsApp message describing your concern before the visit.
For Patients Travelling from a Distance
Q: I am travelling from outside Amravati. What should I know? Please call ahead so we can plan your visit and any procedure efficiently. Bring all previous medical records. If a procedure is planned, we may be able to schedule investigations and procedure closer together to minimise travel.
Q: Is there accommodation nearby? Yes. Amravati has several accommodation options at different budgets. We can provide guidance.
Q: Can follow-up be done remotely? For non-critical follow-ups, WhatsApp consultation with photos is possible. Critical follow-ups usually require an in-person visit. For Ksharsutra treatment specifically, weekly in-person visits are needed but we can offer IFTAK (a modified technique) for patients where weekly visits over months are impractical.
Emergencies
Q: What if I have an emergency? Call 9405404492 (24 hours). Our emergency line is monitored day and night.
Q: What counts as an emergency related to your services? Heavy rectal bleeding, severe unrelenting abdominal or perianal pain, high fever with wound issues, paraphimosis with swelling, acute abscess with fever, any post-operative emergency, and any situation you find urgent.
Q: If it is a life-threatening emergency, should I come to you? For life-threatening emergencies (heart attack, stroke, major trauma), call the local emergency services (108) or go to the nearest emergency-capable hospital. Our emergency care is specific to our specialty scope.
For More Questions
Call: 8208927917 Emergency: 9405404492 WhatsApp: available on both numbers
