States seek more time for standard rates at hospitals
States, UTs, private hospitals seek more time for consultations on standard rates post Supreme Court directive. Court to hear plea by doctors, hospitals on government's rate prescription. Concerns raised on revenue impact. The order has led to widespread panic among private hospitals and investors, since standardisation of rates could substantially affect the revenue and commercial viability of hospital operations. Subsequently, healthcare providers wrote to the health ministry and the court, raising their concerns.
Source: indiatimes.com
