Law Summary
Scope of Free Medical Care
Free medical care granted to those covered includes a comprehensive range of health services and hospital expenses:
- Medical check-ups and issuance of medical certificates.
- Professional medical fees.
- Subsistence or patient support during medical treatment.
- Dispensation of medicines.
- Medical attendance by healthcare professionals.
- Surgery and related surgical expenses.
- Diagnostic services such as X-rays.
- Laboratory fees for tests and analyses.
- Other hospital expenses incurred during treatment.
Conditions on Medical Care for Arrestees
Persons covered under the category of those lawfully arrested are entitled to free medical care only in relation to their arrest, limiting access exclusively to medical needs arising from the circumstances surrounding their detention.
Legal Provisions for Continuity and Effectivity
- Separability Clause: Should any part of this ordinance be declared invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
- Amendatory Clause: Any ordinances, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this ordinance are amended to conform with its provisions.
- Effectivity Clause: The ordinance takes effect immediately upon approval, which was on April 25, 2014.
Legislative and Executive Endorsement
The ordinance was enacted by the City Council of Manila following a regular session and approved by the Mayor of Manila, affirming its legal validity and enforceability within the city's jurisdiction.