Question : GRADING OF PRIVATE HOSPITALS



(a) whether the Government is considering to accord `A` `B` or `C` grades to private hospitals on the basis of facilities being provided by them ;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the rates of `Treatment Charges` of the private hospitals will be determined according to their grades; and

(d) if so, the steps to be taken by the Government in respect of unregistered private hospitals /nursing homes?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH & FAMILY WELFARE ( SMT. PANABAKA LAKSHMI)

(a) to (d): There is no such proposal at present. However, the Government of India is in the process of formulating a Bill prescribing minimum standards and specifications for hospitals, nursing homes and other clinical establishments.