Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 October 2023
351. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if the decision on a treatment benefit medical appliances application will be reviewed in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46083/23]
View answerThe Treatment Benefit Scheme provides dental, optical and aural services to insured workers, the self-employed, retired people and their dependent spouse/partner who have the required number of social insurance (PRSI) contributions.
The person concerned does not qualify for treatment benefit in her own right.
The person will, however, qualify for Treatment Benefit under her spouse's social insurance record and has been advised of same.
I trust this clarifies matters for the deputy.
