Supreme Court urges Centre to take call on standard
hospital charges or face implementation of CGHS rates
Extract:
The Supreme Court has urged the
Centre to make a decision regarding standard hospital charges. The Centre has
been called upon to implement Clinical Establishment Rules for standard rates.
Failure to
comply might lead to the implementation of CGHS-prescribed rates if states do
not adhere to the regulations.
In a significant move, the Supreme
Court is emphasizing the importance of regulating hospital charges to ensure
uniformity and transparency in healthcare costs.
The Centre's
role in setting these standard rates is crucial to avoiding discrepancies and
excessive billing practices that burden patients.
My Take:
Freezing of Freebies…..29/08/2022
The current
situation resonates with the issue of fiscal discipline raised in my previous
blog. As FM Nirmala Sitharaman rightly pointed out, budgetary provisions should
align with promises made to prevent adverse effects on the economy.
Similarly, the
Centre's actions in setting standard hospital charges must prioritize financial
sustainability and equitable healthcare access to prevent any negative economic
impact.
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Thank You, Chief Ministers….03/06/2021
The call for
the Centre to take action on standard hospital charges echoes the need for
collective decision-making highlighted in the messages from various chief
ministers.
Just as the
procurement of vaccines centrally was advocated for efficient distribution, a
unified approach to hospital pricing can streamline healthcare delivery and
alleviate financial burdens on citizens.
Collaboration
among states and the Centre is essential to ensure effective implementation of
healthcare policies.
Call to Action:
To the Centre and state
governments, I urge for swift and collaborative action in determining standard
hospital charges. Transparency and fairness in healthcare pricing are vital for
the well-being of citizens.
Let's
prioritize the implementation of regulations that promote affordable and
quality healthcare services for all.
With regards,
Hemen Parekh
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