General Practitioner Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 September 2018

Tuesday, 25 September 2018

Questions (282)

Fiona O'Loughlin

Question:

282. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health if a person over 70 years of age is entitled to a general practitioner visit card once they reach the age of 70 regardless of income; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38402/18]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the terms of the Health (General Practitioners Service) Act 2015, all persons aged 70 or older qualify for a GP Visit Card, regardless of income.