Some family members may need to avail post-mortem services especially for suspicious or unknown causes of deaths. The cost of autopsy starts from Php 5,000 in funeral homes to Php 13,500 in private hospitals.
Price List
- Lung Center of the Philippines – Php 7,000
- Region II Trauma Medical Center – Php 2,000
- Makati Medical Center – Php 13,800 (base price)
Many public hospitals have dedicated facilities for autopsy services. You may contact any of the hospitals near you for inquiries. One of the more affordable prices of autopsy in public hospitals starts from Php 7,000.
Is It Required? Autopsy is not a required service in the Philippines especially that it also involves expenses. Currently there is no law that requires the procedure for patients who died due to crimes and accidents.
Why is it Requested?
For most cases of hospital deaths, the cause is readily known as indicated in the death certificate. However, not all cases are similar and an autopsy report can provide a few benefits.
- Confirmation of the patient’s cause of death
- Identifying which treatment method was successful and which are not
- Identifying possible genetic disorders that may warn other members of the family
In a financial perspective, Philstar’s report mentioned that some health insurance plans may require an autopsy report. This is crucial especially for cases when the true cause of death is uncertain.
There may be a difference when it comes to autopsy price for adults compared to a child rate. It is best to inquire about the latest rates from the hospital. Some cases may also involve diseases and health conditions that relate to the age of the dead.
Additional Expenses
In some instances, the procedure may become more expensive especially if the deceased has an unknown disease. Additional procedures and safety protocols may require a higher cost. A medico legal report also has additional fees for those that involve crimes or accidents.
Release of Report
The report may be released based on the schedule of the hospital. On the other hand, it may need certification too if there is a legal concern involved. Ask the facility about the report as to when it becomes available.
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