Medical Aids and Appliances Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 April 2014

Tuesday, 8 April 2014

Questions (554)

Brian Walsh

Question:

554. Deputy Brian Walsh asked the Minister for Health if inner ear hearing aids are available under the GMS scheme; if a person (details supplied) in County Galway will be considered for replacement inner ear hearing aids; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15955/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

Medical Card holders can apply to the HSE for assistance with aids and appliances to treat their medical condition. The HSE has therefore been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible.