Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 November 2009
239 Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Health and Children her views on correspondence from the Health Service Executive to persons (details supplied) in County Wexford; her further views on whether it is acceptable for the HSE to ask persons not to contact them regarding their entitlements for three months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42890/09]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe demand for Medical Cards appeal service has increased significantly during this year. In order to deal with this increased demand, the HSE is committing additional resources to this service. From today all Appeals Offices will be answering calls from the public during specified times and these will be advertised through the HSE website. In relation to this specific case this has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
