Ministry of Health Inspection Directive for Private Healthcare Facilities
Following an increase in law violations and fraud cases in private healthcare facilities, the ministry requested tightened inspections and unannounced checks.
The Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management of the Ministry of Health has issued an urgent document to health departments in provinces and cities, instructing them to increase inspection activities for private healthcare facilities.
Strengthening Inspections
The Department of Medical Examination and Treatment Management of the Ministry of Health has issued an urgent document regarding the strengthening of inspections of private medical examination and treatment activities in the region.
Law Violations and Example Cases
Although the private healthcare system contributes to public healthcare services, many healthcare facilities such as clinics violate the law. The case in which the Investigation Police Unit of Hai Phong City prosecuted 19 defendants at Phuong Do International Multi-Purpose Clinic was cited as an example of fraudulent practices such as fabricating illnesses to extort money.
Decision on Unannounced Inspections
The Ministry of Health requested Health Departments in provinces and cities to organize comprehensive and unannounced inspections.
Sanctions and Responsibility
Violations related to practicing beyond the scope of expertise or endangering patients' lives will be handled harshly, licenses will be revoked, and files will be forwarded to the police in criminal cases.
The list of violating organizations will be made public, and provincial and city health directors will be held directly responsible if violations continue.