Written Answers Nos. 239-242
239. Deputy Brendan Ryan asked the Minister for Health the average waiting time for a patient referred by their general practitioner to the Phlebotomy Department of Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9, for an ordinary blood test to take place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17798/13]
View answerIn relation to the particular query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy in this matter.
240. Deputy Brendan Ryan asked the Minister for Health the cost of an ordinary blood test in the Phlebotomy Department of Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9, for a non-medical card holder; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17799/13]
View answerI have asked the Health Service Executive for a report on the issue raised by the Deputy. I will revert to the Deputy on the matter as soon as possible.
241. Deputy Tom Fleming asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a call for an MRI scan in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17806/13]
View answerIn relation to the particular query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy in this matter.
242. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for Health when a person is approved of the fair deal scheme the average length of time it takes for them to avail of a nursing home bed, nationally and specifically in County Mayo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17820/13]
View answerAs this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
