Long-Term Illness Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 December 2016

Thursday, 1 December 2016

Questions (221)

Bríd Smith

Question:

221. Deputy Bríd Smith asked the Minister for Health if there is any provision under the HSE's discretionary hardship arrangements for reimbursements to persons for any drugs or treatments for long-term illnesses that are not listed on the reimbursement list. [38108/16]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply.