Every business has its own rules and regulations. Medical Practice has become a trade. No one from other fields should interfere in that. Let's look at "cut practice." It is nothing but a reference to other doctors. Why it should not be charged as "Referral charges", officially? A new consultant has no direct contact with patient's family. Hence, he or she has to depend on "family physicians for his earnings. What does the GP get by giving someone, business?
It is trading or business, in simple words. Why should a GP oblige anyone without earning for self? Where in medical ethics is it mentioned that it is illegal? (I have not read anywhere in books, and will be highly obliged to know. ) In my opinion, referral practice should be regarded as ethical and made legal and should be charged under the heading. "Referral charges". Kindly let me know your opinion with reasons.
