PPSA - NTEP TB Elimination
Overview
The Patient Provider Support Agency (PPSA) is a specialized project implemented under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the National Health Mission (NHM). The main aim of PPSA is to engage and collaborate with private healthcare providers so that people with tuberculosis (TB) receive high-quality diagnosis, treatment, support, and follow-up care in both public and private health sectors.
Core Objectives
Enhanced Private Sector Engagement
Involving private clinics, doctors, and labs in TB care so patients receive quality services wherever they seek care.
Improved Case Detection & Notification
Ensuring all TB cases in the private sector are notified to the Nikshay database for better tracking.
Better Access to Diagnostics
Facilitating access to high-quality tools like NAAT and X-rays to reduce delays and improve accuracy.
Subsidised Treatment Support
Providing free TB drugs and financial support for diagnostics and treatment adherence.
Patient Support and Follow-up
Using counselling and adherence monitoring to reduce treatment default rates.
Strengthening Public Health Response
Integrating private care with the government's public health system for nationwide TB control.
Key Activities
Mapping, Outreach & Provider Training
Identifying private providers and conducting training on TB diagnosis and notification standards.
Diagnostic Services & Patient Registration
Linking patients with diagnostic services and ensuring registration in the Nikshay database.
Treatment Adherence & Monitoring
Using counselling, SMS reminders, and home visits to track progress and prevent default.
Incentive Management & Digital Reporting
Facilitating incentives for providers and patients while maintaining real-time data updates.
Public Sector Linkage & Advanced Care
Connecting patients with government hospitals for specialized drug-resistant TB or HIV services.
Key Specifications
Programme
NTEP & NHM
State
Andhra Pradesh
Focus
Private Sector Engagement
Platform
Nikshay Database
Support
Free TB Drugs
Diagnostics
NAAT & X-ray
Impact Highlights
Enhanced Case Detection
Improved Notification
Better Treatment Adherence
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