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
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.