Punjab & Haryana High Court Pulls Up Haryana Govt. Over Medical Reimbursement Delays

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Haryana government to conduct an audit of empanelled hospitals under state health schemes while hearing a case concerning reimbursement of medical expenses.

The Court ordered full reimbursement for life-saving treatment obtained by a patient, observing that technical objections cannot override the right to timely medical care.

Expressing concern over irregularities and lack of transparency in the functioning of empanelled hospitals, the Court sought accountability from authorities and directed a proper review mechanism.

The judgment emphasised that patients undergoing emergency treatment should not suffer financially due to administrative lapses or procedural complications.