Malaysia Health Ministry Receives Over 1,020 Complaints on Unregistered Care Centers

Malaysia's Ministry of Health (KKM) has received more than 1,020 complaints regarding unregistered health care centers since 2021. In response, the ministry has conducted 320 raids on unlicensed premises, initiated 126 investigation papers, and issued warnings or reprimands in 194 cases. Seventy cases are currently undergoing or have completed court proceedings.

The KKM emphasized that all health care services must be provided in registered or licensed facilities under Act 586. Providing services in unregistered premises is a violation of the act, carrying potential penalties of up to RM500,000 in fines or six years imprisonment, or both.

The ministry is implementing integrated enforcement actions with state health departments and relevant agencies. This includes continuous monitoring, investigations, surveillance based on complaints, and targeted enforcement to ensure compliance with the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998.