Alan Kelly
Question:413. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health when free-of-charge medical cards will be made available to all terminally ill patients following budget 2020. [41996/19]
View answerTuesday, 15 October 2019
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In accordance with the provisions of the Health Act 1970 (as amended), eligibility for a medical card is determined by the HSE.
As part of Budget 2020, I announced that the HSE would undertake a review and extend arrangements regarding the provision of emergency medical cards in cases of terminal illness. It is expected that the review process will be carried out and completed as a matter of priority.