The Minister of Economy and Trade in the Government of National Unity, Mohammed Al-Huwaij issued Resolution No. 401 of 2022, today Monday, regarding setting the maximum indicative prices for medical services.
The decision stipulated that the maximum indicative prices for medical services provided by clinics, laboratories and medical analysis laboratories should be in accordance with the prices specified by the Ministry, provided that clinics are classified into three categories « A – B – C » and that the maximum price is limited to the category ( A) in clinics, prices for clinics of category (B) are reduced by 10%, and prices for clinics of category (C) are reduced by 20%.
In his decision, Al-Huwaij obligated clinics, laboratories and medical analysis laboratories to put the price list of medical services in a prominent and clear place that is easy for the service applicant to view, and to submit a detailed final invoice for the value of the services provided, and also stipulated that the devices, equipment and medical supplies used should be in accordance with the specifications approved by the Libyan state.
The minister stressed the need for the competent police authorities to follow up the implementation of the provisions of this decision, arrest violators, and take legal measures against them in accordance with the legislation in force.