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Is it necessary to wait for the police report before starting treatment for an accident?

Dr Deepak Mendiratta
Health Insurance, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd, New Delhi

Q: Is it true that a person who has met with an accident has to wait for the police report to be filed?

A:Any medical emergency will be attended to by the hospital/doctor immediately to ensure safeguarding the life of a patient irrespective of the presence of the police. The regular practice in Accidental emergencies is to start treatment, especially first aid, and concurrently inform the police authorities.