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Medical Facility Licensing

How much is a medical license?

The fee depends on the activity type (e.g., outpatient, inpatient) and ranges from 100 to 2000 GEL.

Is a ramp mandatory?

Yes, the medical facility must be fully adapted for persons with disabilities.

How long does it take to get a license?

The statutory period is 20-30 working days if the facility is ready for inspection.

Can a license be transferred?

The license is issued for a specific address and legal entity. A new permit is needed when changing the address.

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Medical Facility Licensing: Opening Clinics and Hospitals

Opening a medical facility (clinic, hospital, diagnostic center) in Georgia requires a special license or permit certificate. This process is regulated by the Law "On Licenses and Permits" and normative acts of the Ministry of Health. The license applicant must meet strict technical regulations: infrastructure arrangement, sanitary norms, equipment standards, and personnel qualifications. The process involves not only document preparation but also passing an inspection by the Regulatory Agency. Medical activity without a license is prohibited and punishable by law. Lawyer assistance is essential to fully comply with permit conditions and guarantee license acquisition.

What Does This Service Cover?

Specialists on Legal.ge offer full legal support during medical facility licensing:

  • License Type Determination: Identifying the necessary license or permit based on activity specifics (dentistry, surgery, laboratory).
  • Documentation Preparation: Preparing the full registration package (charter, premises documents, personnel diplomas).
  • Technical Audit: Preliminary check of the building and equipment for compliance with technical regulations.
  • Sanitary Norms: Implementing an infection control system and creating relevant documentation (logs, instructions).
  • Agency Representation: Submitting the application to the Agency for Regulation of Medical Activities and communicating during review.
  • Inspection Support: Legal presence and interest defense during on-site inspection.

Common Situations When You Need a Lawyer

The medical licensing process is full of challenges:

  • License Refusal: The Agency refused due to premises non-compliance or document errors.
  • Adding Profile: You want to add a new service (e.g., pediatrics) to an existing clinic, requiring permit modification.
  • Address Change: The clinic moves to another building, meaning a new permit procedure.
  • License Suspension: An inspection found a violation and suspended your right to operate.
  • High-Tech: You want to open a high-tech research center, requiring specific regulation.

Georgian Legal Framework

Regulated by the Law "On Licenses and Permits" and "On Medical Practice." Technical conditions are outlined in the Government Decree "On the Rule for Issuing Medical Activity License and Inpatient Institution Permit."

Process: How Collaboration with a Specialist Works

The process includes:

  1. Consultation: Reviewing requirements.
  2. Preparation: Preparing facility and documents.
  3. Application: Submitting papers.
  4. Inspection: Checking the facility.
  5. License: Receiving the permit and opening.

Why Choose Legal.ge?

Opening a clinic is a complex bureaucratic process. Legal.ge connects you with lawyers experienced in medical licensing. We will help you open your clinic on time and without extra costs. Find a specialist on Legal.ge.

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