Hospital Charges

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 19 November 2013

Tuesday, 19 November 2013

Questions (720)

Martin Ferris

Question:

720. Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health if it is normal practice for public hospitals to send accident and emergency bills to the next of kin of those who die as a result of road traffic accidents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49588/13]

Written answers

Minister for Health

I 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.