Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 15 Jun 1999

Vol. 506 No. 2

Written Answers. - Hospital Charges.

Brian O'Shea

Question:

259 Mr. O'Shea asked the Minister for Health and Children if a person (details supplied) in County Waterford admitted to St. Vincent's Hospital, Dublin, as a public patient was liable for a payment for professional attendances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15073/99]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Cowen)

The provision of services in this instance is the responsibility of St. Vincent's Hospital. I have asked the chief executive officer of the hospital to investigate the position in relation to this case and to reply to the Deputy directly.