As an authorised officer can enter the premises at any time, will the power of entry/inspection or search affect patient management?
The Healthcare Services Act 2020 (HCSA) FAQs, Enforcement & Penalties
MOH will exercise its inspection and enforcement powers judiciously and in a manner that is least disruptive to the care of patients.
It is important for MOH to investigate and stop continuing offences which may result in serious patient harm.
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How will MOH know when these service providers are not complying with new regulatory standards?
How will MOH decide when to bring a criminal charge or regulatory action?
Now that the framework has shifted to service-based licensing, how would inspections be carried out moving forward? Will inspections for various services provided within the same premises be conducted separately at separate times?
Will there be regulations introduced to ensure healthcare workers’ safety from abusive patients and relatives?
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