Question & AnswerQ&A (LTO MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. RIB-2007-889)
The purpose is to establish criteria for monitoring the performance of LTO Accredited Physicians to ensure continuous, effective, and efficient public service in compliance with ISO 9000-2001 requirements.
The Medical Set-up criteria include Medical Equipment (Snellen's Chart, Ishihara plate, Blood pressure apparatus, Height scale, Weighing scale) and Medical Clinic requirements (minimum size, location proximity to LTO, waiting area, display of Accreditation Certificate, cleanliness, and ventilation).
Ten percent (10%) of the total evaluation score, with each listed item having an equivalent score of one (1) point.
Major offenses include misrepresentation in procuring accreditation, issuing pre-signed medical certificates, allowing others to conduct examinations, conviction of crimes involving moral turpitude, conducting examinations outside jurisdiction, recommending licenses to persons with disabilities, issuing certificates with expired accreditation, and overcharging fees.
Each major offense is given a demerit equivalent to seventy (70) points.
Minor offenses include failure to hold clinic regularly in the accredited area, not securing approval for clinic transfer, non-compliance with prescribed medical certificate form, failure to keep medical records and submit reports, failure to file leave of absence on time, not indicating applicant limitations in the medical certificate, and number of complaints received.
Each minor offense is given a demerit equivalent to twenty (20) points.
The physician does not meet the required performance evaluation criteria and is not eligible for renewal of accreditation application.
Yes, the performance evaluation report is a mandatory requirement for the renewal of application for accreditation.
The clinic must be at least ten square feet, located within 100-200 meters from the LTO, have a waiting area for applicants, display a valid Accreditation Certificate with a recent photo, and be well-maintained with good ventilation and cleanliness.