Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 12 Oct 1999

Vol. 509 No. 1

Written Answers. - General Medical Services Scheme.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

203 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children the names of each doctor, the address of each practice and the amount paid in fees and allowances by the General Medical Services Payments Board in 1998; the comparative information in respect of 1997; the percentage increase between 1997 and 1998 for each doctor nationwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19555/99]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Cowen)

The information sought by the Deputy is not readily available to me. However, I have made arrangements with the General Medical Services (Payments) Board to have the information compiled and I will communicate further with the Deputy as soon as this becomes available to me.