Medical Care Act Article 1

This English translation was last updated on 2023-06-28, but the Chinese text was amended on 2026-09-23. Later amendments may not be reflected in the translation — please refer to the Chinese text.

The Medical Care Act (hereinafter referred to as—the Act“) is enacted for the purpose of advancing the comprehensive development of the medical care industry, reasonably distributing medical care resources, improving the quality of medical care, to protect the rights of the patient, and to promote national health. Any matter not provided for in the Act shall be governed by the provisions of other relevant laws.
中文原文 醫療法第1條
為促進醫療事業之健全發展,合理分布醫療資源,提高醫療品質,保障病人權益,增進國民健康,特制定本法。
本法未規定者,適用其他法律規定。

English translation for reference only; the Chinese text prevails. Not legal advice.