Narayana Health welcomes WB Clinical Establishments Bill 2017

A leading private hospital chain Narayana Health, today welcomed the West Bengal Clinical Establishment (Regulation and Transparency) Bill, 2017, soon after it was passed in the state assembly.
"We welcome the West Bengal Clinical Establishment (Regulation and Transparency) Bill, 2017, as it is a step in the right direction to introduce transparency, trust and accountability into the medi-care system," Narayana Health Zonal Director (East) R Venkatesh said here today.
He hoped that the Health Regulatory Commission would provide a level playing field to both patients and health care institutions.
"It will help add a human touch and ensure transparent functioning of the clinical establishments and facilitate efficient delivery of health care services," Venkatesh said.

Venkatesh, however, expressed hope that the views of the key stakeholders were taken into account while determining the regulations with regard to fixing of rates or charges for treatment.
"We welcome the fact that the Bill will also protect hospital property and medical staff by urging patients and their families to seek redressal from the West Bengal Clinical Establishment Regulatory Commission. The Bill will enhance clear communication and delivery in the long run," he said.