Title
Establishment of Ospital ng Meycauayan
Law
Republic Act No. 11878
Decision Date
Jun 29, 2022
A tertiary hospital named Ospital ng Meycauayan will be established in Meycauayan City, Bulacan, under the management of the city government, with funding support from the Department of Health to enhance local healthcare services.
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Management and Development Planning

  • The City Government of Meycauayan is tasked with managing the hospital.
  • A hospital development plan must be prepared, which aligns with the Philippine Health Facility Development Plan.
  • The development plan must be created in consultation with the Department of Health (DOH).
  • Future expansions such as increased bed capacity, healthcare facilities, service capabilities, and human resources will depend on this development plan.

Funding and Financial Support

  • The City Government of Meycauayan is responsible for providing necessary funds for the establishment of the hospital.
  • The Secretary of the DOH is mandated to include the hospital’s capital outlay requirements in the Department’s subsidy program to support funding.

Severability Clause

  • If any provision or part of the Act is declared unconstitutional, the remaining parts not affected will continue to be in full force and effect.

Modification of Inconsistent Laws

  • Any laws, executive orders, issuances, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this Act are modified accordingly to conform with the provisions of this law.

Effectivity

  • The Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

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