If the licensees had any contraventions with any healthcare financing schemes, what are the enforcement actions under the HCSA that can be imposed on the licensees to protect patient safety and welfare ?
The Healthcare Services Act 2020 (HCSA) FAQs, Enforcement & Penalties
Any contravention of healthcare financing schemes established by written law (e.g., MediShield Life Scheme Act) can be taken into account by MOH at licence renewal or if errant management decided to apply for a new licence.
In addition, regulatory action may be taken against the licensee if public interest so requires.
The regulatory actions range from censuring the licensee in writing, to paying a financial penalty (a sum of not more than $10,000 for each contravention).
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