Hospital Demanded a Deposit / Refused Emergency Care
A hospital or clinic demanded a deposit or advance payment before giving basic emergency care, or refused/failed to treat an emergency or serious case. This is prohibited by the Anti-Hospital Deposit Law (RA 10932, amending RA 8344): staff face imprisonment and/or a ₱100,000–₱300,000 fine, the responsible director/officer ₱500,000–₱1,000,000 and 4–6 years, and the hospital's license is revoked after three violations. Complaints are filed with the DOH Health Facilities Oversight Board under the HFSRB (RA 10932 §6).
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Legal Basis in the Philippines
- • RA 7394 (Consumer Act) — consumer protection against unfair trade practices
- • BSP Circular 1048 — prohibited debt collection practices
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