Liz O'Donnell
Ceist:97 Ms O'Donnell asked the Minister for Health the number of applications which are before each health board for funding for infertility treatment abroad; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16499/95]
Written Answers. - Infertility Treatment.
Limerick East): There are currently nine applications seeking funding for infertility treatment abroad under consideration by four health boards. The information requested by the Deputy is as follows:
|
Health Board |
Number of applications |
|
Eastern Health Board |
2 |
|
Midland Health Board |
— |
|
Mid-Western Health Board |
2 |
|
North-Eastern Health Board |
— |
|
North-Western Health Board |
— |
|
South-Eastern Health Board |
2 |
|
Southern Health Board |
3 |
|
Western Health Board |
— |
|
Total |
9 |
The Deputy will be aware that only cases involving procedures costing £10,000 or more are referred to my Department for approval. I understand that none of these cases falls into this category.