- Greg Abbott directed the state health commission to investigate the hospital.
- The center advertised maternity packages in Mexico.
- Natural births appeared at $3,950 and caesareans at $5,525.
- The hospital removed the related advertisements.
- Officials consider civil, administrative or criminal actions.
Texas governor orders hospital investigation over packages for foreign expectant mothers
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed an investigation into Mission Regional Medical Center over maternity service promotions. The hospital advertised packages that targeted foreign expectant mothers. Officials examine compliance with relevant rules.
Natural births carried a price of $3,950 and caesareans $5,525 in the promotions. The hospital removed the advertisements and related website content. Abbott called for potential civil, administrative or criminal actions.
