SIU to probe dubious medical negligence claims
The agency will investigate allegations of fraud and maladministration involving the national health department and provincial health departments
26 July 2022 - 17:05
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to conduct a sweeping investigation into dodgy medical negligence claims against the state, in a move expected to rein in the soaring sums being paid out by provincial health departments.
While only a fraction of the claims levelled against provincial health departments are paid out, the government nevertheless handed over a staggering R1.74bn in compensation to victims of medical negligence in the year to March 31 2021...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.