A healthcare checklist for homebuyers: what to look for near a new home

Published 26 September 2026 · 3 min read · By Prima Group

Healthcare checklist for homebuyers in Pune

Healthcare rarely features on a brochure, yet it matters to every household, especially those with young children or elders. Use this checklist while comparing homes.

Before you shortlist

  • Nearest multispecialty hospital and travel time at peak hours
  • Nearest 24x7 pharmacy and diagnostic centre
  • Approach road width, since ambulances need clear access
  • Whether your health insurance network includes the nearby hospitals
Healthcare checklist: nearest hospital, pharmacy, approach road, lifts, insurance network and elder access
A healthcare checklist for homebuyers.

Inside the community

  • Do the towers have adequately sized lifts, and can a stretcher fit? Prima Altiora's launch tower plans four lifts for six flats per floor
  • Is there a first-aid room or tie-up with a nearby clinic?
  • Is there a clear emergency vehicle access route on the site?

For families with special needs

If you have elders, look for ground-floor access, lifts with stretcher capacity, and step-free entry. For young children, look for paediatric care within a short drive; see our list of hospitals near Wakad.

Questions for the developer

  • How many lifts serve each tower, and can they take a stretcher?
  • Is there a clear fire and emergency access route around the buildings?
  • Are there step-free entrances and ramps?
  • Is there an on-site first-aid or tie-up with a nearby clinic?

The answers tell you how much thought has gone into safety and accessibility.

Think ahead for elders

Even if everyone in the household is healthy today, a home you plan to keep for ten years should work when a parent moves in or your own needs change. Lifts, wide doors and level entrances are hard to add later.

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Before you decide

Ask the developer specific questions about lift capacity, access roads and emergency arrangements instead of general amenities. The answers reveal how well the project is planned.

Frequently asked questions

What should I check about healthcare before buying a home?

Check the nearest multispecialty hospital, emergency access, pharmacy availability, approach road width and whether the hospital is in your insurance network.

Do lifts matter for healthcare access?

Yes. In high-rise communities, adequately sized lifts and reliable power backup are important for emergencies.

How many lifts does Prima Altiora's launch tower plan?

The launch tower, Tower C, is planned with 4 lifts for 6 flats per floor.

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