Lisa Chambers
Question:148. Deputy Lisa Chambers asked the Minister for Health if the HSE is looking for a biosimilar drug to treat SMA instead of reimbursing Spinraza; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9979/19]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 February 2019
148. Deputy Lisa Chambers asked the Minister for Health if the HSE is looking for a biosimilar drug to treat SMA instead of reimbursing Spinraza; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9979/19]
View answerUnder the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the pricing and reimbursement of medicines; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.