Peter Mathews
Question:617. Deputy Peter Mathews asked the Minister for Health his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding accident and emergency charges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2665/13]
View answerTuesday, 22 January 2013
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The current statutory out-patient charge i.e. the A&E charge, is provided for by the Health (Out-Patient Charges) Regulations 1994 (as amended). The charge is currently €100 in respect of the first visit of any episode of care at a designated Accident and Emergency Department, subject to exemptions. The exemptions include medical card holders and those who have a letter of referral from a registered medical practitioner.
I have requested to Health Service Executive to investigate this particular case and to reply directly to the Deputy.