Probe called on hospitals, staff who turn away poor patients

Any hospital which violates the law thrice will have its license to operate revoked, said Hontiveros, who is the principal author of the law.

“Hospitals must comply with the law and must not withhold live-saving medical treatment from persons who need it the most… or face legal penalties for doing so,” she added., a mother who had just given birth but was denied admission by six hospitals, including one which wanted her family to pay P4,000 for the personal protective wear of their medical staff.

One hospital, Hontiveros noted, demanded Barros’ family to pay a deposit of P30,000 before she could be admitted. The senator likewise urged the DOH to activate the Health Facilities Oversight Board or a “Sumbungan Board,” where people can file complaints against hospitals which violate the said law.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

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