KATH Denies Detaining Patients Unable to Foot Bills

The Management of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has denied reports that it detains financially handicapped patients who are unable to settle their bills after treatment.

In a statement, the hospital said, it “does not detain patients under any circumstances.”
It explains that some patients remain in the hospital beyond their official discharge date when they are unable to foot their bills.

“Such situations should therefore not be misconstrued as detention.”

KATH noted that during these extended stays, it continues to demonstrate its commitment to patient welfare by providing ongoing care, including the provision of meals and other basic support, until appropriate arrangements are made.

KATH reaffirmed its commitment to delivering quality healthcare with compassion, professionalism, and respect for the rights and dignity of all patients.

“Management therefore urges the media and the general public to refrain from publishing or sharing misleading information that could misrepresent the hospital’s operations and undermine public confidence in the institution.”

It further acknowledged and appreciated the periodic interventions by benevolent individuals, corporate bodies, faith-based organisations, and other groups who, out of goodwill and compassion, support affected patients by assisting with the settlement of their medical bills.

Story by Hajara Fuseini

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