Abu Dhabi announces new fines for health insurance violations

Abu Dhabi announces new fines for health insurance violations

UAE -  New fines have been announced in Abu Dhabi for misuse of health insurance. This also includes a Dh1,000 fine for the employer who fails to cover emergency costs for employees. The Department of Health in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, September 22, announced a decision concerning violations and administrative fines for health insurance."The decision emphasises the government's decision to secure the rights of all parties, and to provide continuous healthcare services to all community members," Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Twitter.This decision includes 43 violations, ranging from Dh100 to Dh20,000, which cover violations including allowing others to use their insurance policy, or failure by an insurance company or claims management company to cover the cost of health services.Among the key violations and penalties include; is a Dh5,000 fine