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Health Minister Investigates Foreign Patients' Deposit Claims

3/17/2026

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Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad announced an investigation into claims that foreign patients bypassed hospital deposit requirements, prompted by viral posts from a Kuala Lumpur Hospital nurse.
He said all foreign patients must pay a deposit before admission, with discounts for UNHCR-card holders.
Lampiran A only permits postponement of payment in critical cases, not exemption.
The ministry aims to ensure transparency and protect whistleblowers in this matter.

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Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad announced an investigation into claims that foreign patients bypassed hospital deposit requirements, prompted by viral posts from a Kuala Lumpur Hospital nurse.
He said all foreign patients must pay a deposit before admission, with discounts for UNHCR-card holders.
Lampiran A only permits postponement of payment in critical cases, not exemption.
The ministry aims to ensure transparency and protect whistleblowers in this matter.