Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 May 2012
659 Deputy Patrick Nulty asked the Minister for Health the reason a full medical card was removed in respect of an older person (details supplied) in Dublin 15, who had a full medical card all their life; if the decision can be urgently reviewed and the full medical card granted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21880/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraIf a person has been refused a medical card they can lodge an appeal within 21 days. Details of the appeals process are forwarded to the applicant with their refusal letter. As this refusal of a medical card renewal is a service matter, I have referred it to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
660 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Health if he will review the decision to refuse a full medical card, in view of changed personal circumstances in respect of persons (details supplied) in County Mayo. [21884/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraIf a person has been refused a medical card they can lodge an appeal within 21 days. Details of the appeals process are forward to the applicant with their refusal letter. As this refusal of a medical card renewal is a service matter I have referred it to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
