LIAM CEO Mark O'Dell was stunned by his 13-page hospital bill of ~RM19,000 for a minor hernia surgery at a KL private hospital, saying he didn't understand some line items. O'Dell suggests regulating private hospital charges with Diagnostic Related Groups.| CodeBlue
A doctors' group advised private GPs in Sarawak to introduce 3 new optional charges from last May 1 to maintain quality care: prescription fee (RM5-RM10), registration fee (RM5-RM10) & regulatory compliance charge (RM5-RM20) as consult fees are capped low.| CodeBlue