A doctor has a right to turn away a patient before starting treatment but he should provide minimal basic care especially in an emergency situation. He has a right to select the drugs from wide range of options available, supported by standard medical practice. A doctor can also select the investigations and method of treatment depending upon various factors. However, a better alternative for the practitioners is to start group practice so that one of the regular consultant is always available. A doctor can decide regarding visits, fees to be charged and to maintain the patient's record including its secrecy in certain specific situations.
Every individual has a private right and in order to protect the right there is a legal remedy.
According to Law of Torts, a doctor shall be responsible for his negligent act. According to Sec. Similarly, if a patient doesn t pay the fees, doctors can file a civil suit. Civil suits most of the times are expensive, time-consuming and cumbersome. There are some public wrongs.