October 12, 2026 1:40 PM
Centre asks states, UTs to ensure prominent display of healthcare charges
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has urged states and Union Territories to ensure that clinical establishments prominently display charges for their services and facilities, aiming to help patients make informed decisions and reduce billing-related disputes. Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, in a letter to Chief Secretaries of all states and UTs, called for a review of compliance with applicable regulations and measures to make healthcare pricing information...