Medical Aids and Appliances

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 September 2022

Wednesday, 28 September 2022

Questions (259)

Michael Lowry

Question:

259. Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Health the reason a FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system was not provided to a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary with type 1 diabetes; the reason supporting documentation provided on appeal by their diabetes nurse explaining the clinical need for the FreeStyle Libre monitoring system on health and safety grounds was not accepted by primary care reimbursement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47468/22]

Written answers

Minister for Health

The HSE has statutory responsibility for pricing and reimbursement decisions under the community schemes, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. Therefore, this matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.