Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, where a pregnant woman, Tanisha Bhise, allegedly died after being denied admission due to a deposit demand, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has taken decisive action. The PMC has issued a stern directive to all private hospitals in Pune, mandating them to strictly adhere to healthcare norms and regulations.
Compliance with Healthcare Rules: Private hospitals are now required to ensure that they follow all guidelines set by the Indian Medical Council and other regulatory bodies. This includes providing emergency care without demanding advance deposits.
Transparency in Billing: Hospitals must clearly display their treatment costs and ensure that patients are not overcharged. This move aims to prevent exploitation and ensure fair practices.
Regular Audits: The PMC will conduct regular audits to monitor compliance with these directives, ensuring that hospitals maintain high standards of care and transparency.
The incident has deep-seated issues in private healthcare oversight, prompting activists to demand stricter enforcement of healthcare regulations. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured action against those responsible and emphasised the need for a standard operating procedure to handle similar cases in the future.
The PMC's directive marks a significant step towards ensuring that private hospitals in Pune prioritise patient care and adhere to regulatory standards. The city moves forward from this controversy, it is clear that stricter oversight and transparency will be key to restoring public trust in the healthcare system.