Monitor COVID-19 Treatment Charges By Private Hospitals: Odisha CM

Mumbai: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday has directed the officials to closely monitor whether or not private hospitals are charging Covid19 patients the prices fixed by the government for treatment.

“Keep a close watch on private hospitals treating covid patients. They must charge within the ceiling fixed by the state government. In case of any lapses, strict action should be taken against the hospital management,” the CM said in a meeting.

He added, “Our successful model of disaster management is based on community involvement and that is the sustainable way to face a pandemic as well, so involve local communities and different associations in urban and PRIs in rural areas to effectively reach out to people.”

“Testing, tracing and containment should continue in full swing with special focus on vulnerable areas. The vaccination program will be a top priority and foolproof arrangements should be made. Take care of the elderly, women and other vulnerable sections in the vaccination drive. We are trying our best to mobilise adequate vaccines at the earliest possible time,” he said.

Meanwhile, according to the state health department, Odisha registered as many as 9,793 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The state also reported 9,706 recoveries and 18 related deaths in the same duration.

The total tally of Covid cases in Odisha now stands at 5,54,666. 4,57,569 people have recovered and 2,215 have succumbed to the virus so far in the state.

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