India's Supreme Court directs the central government to regulate private hospital procedure rates.
India's Supreme Court directs the central government to regulate hospital procedure rates in private sector, as part of efforts to address high costs and variations. The Court cites Rule 9 of the 2010 Clinical Establishments Act. Regulating prices may face challenges due to diverse patient profiles, unreliable price data, and weak regulatory frameworks. The Court's intervention could lead to debate and action on the issue.
April 29, 2024
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