Medical Aids and Appliances

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 January 2023

Tuesday, 24 January 2023

Questions (593)

Holly Cairns

Question:

593. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify that the contract for the national standardised list of community-funded aids and appliances and prescribing criteria is in place; and if he will outline the requirements for the equitable distribution of aids and appliances in each CHO for people who are blind or vision-impaired. [3126/23]

Written answers

Minister for Health

As the Health Service Executive (HSE) has responsibility for the provision of aids and appliances under the Community Funded Schemes, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.