Hospital Waiting Lists

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 November 2013

Tuesday, 5 November 2013

Questions (1160)

Pearse Doherty

Question:

1160. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Health the current waiting times for public patients to see a consultant (details supplied) in County Donegal; if there are any patients waiting in excess of nine months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46501/13]

Written answers

Minister for Health

For 2013, a maximum waiting time target of 12 months has been set for a first time consultant-led outpatient appointment and this is reflected in the HSE Service Plan. The SDU and the NTPF are working closely with hospitals towards achievement of the maximum waiting time.

As this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy.

Question No. 1161 answered with Question No. 1123.

Question No. 1162 answered with Question No. 1141.