CCI Rejects Aftermarket Abuse Theory in Private Hospital Pricing Investigation

Vivek Sharma Vs Max Smart Super Specialty Hospital (Competition Commission of India) The Competition Commission of India (CCI) examined allegations that disposable syringes sold through the in-house pharmacy of a private super-specialty hospital carried a higher Maximum Retail Price (MRP) than identical products available in the open market. The original complaint alleged collusion between the hospital and the syringe manufacturer in violation of Sections 3 and 4 of the Competition Act, 2002. After investigation, the Director General (DG) found no evidence of collusion or exclusive arrangemen...