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Medical Aids and Appliances Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 June 2014

Wednesday, 11 June 2014

Questions (164)

Seán Fleming

Question:

164. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Health in respect of the Health Act 1970 and the requirement with regard to the provision of ophthalmic services for children that the cost of lenses or frames must be borne by the individual in question where there is a requirement for a higher specification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24964/14]

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Written answers

Ophthalmic treatment and appliances are available to children, as provided for in the Health Act, 1970. The HSE provides standard frames and/or lenses to children free of charge. The additional cost of higher specification lenses or frames is not covered by the HSE.

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